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governorship

American  
[guhv-er-ner-ship, -uh-ner-] / ˈgʌv ər nərˌʃɪp, -ə nər- /

noun

  1. the duties, term in office, etc., of a governor.


ˈgovernorship British  
/ ˈɡʌvənəˌʃɪp /

noun

  1. the office, jurisdiction, or term of a governor

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Other Word Forms

  • subgovernorship noun

Etymology

Origin of governorship

First recorded in 1635–45; governor + -ship

Example Sentences

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Newsom climbed from San Francisco mayor to lieutenant governor to California’s governorship, where he quietly stewed as Harris leapfrogged past him into the vice presidency.

From Los Angeles Times

She later secured reelection in the competitive seat before securing the governorship last year, solidifying her reputation as an election winner focused on economic and national security concerns.

From Barron's

Powell’s governorship lasts through January 2028, and he could choose to stick around if he felt it would help preserve the Fed’s independence, Gardner noted.

From Barron's

Jerome Powell’s term as chair expires May 15, but his governorship extends until Jan. 31, 2028, allowing him to potentially remain on the board.

From Barron's

As we gear up for the mega-election here in Michigan — the governorship, the secretary of state, every statehouse seat, an open U.S.

From Salon