kingship
Americannoun
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the state, office, or dignity of a king.
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rule by a king; monarchy.
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aptitude for kingly duties.
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(initial capital letter) a title used in referring to a king: Majesty (preceded by His orYour ).
noun
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the position or authority of a king
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the skill or practice of ruling as a king
Etymology
Origin of kingship
First recorded in 1275–1325, kingship is from the Middle English word kingscip. See king, -ship
Example Sentences
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But it is continental kingship the 33-year-old has spent the twilight years of his career chasing.
From BBC
In 1415, on the eve of challenging France at the Battle of Agincourt, he agonizes about the moral burdens of kingship.
“By accompanying her father on major events, she’s like learning kingship and building a human network at a tender age,” Cheong said.
From Seattle Times
The mantle, which fastens across the chest with a golden eagle clasp, is inspired by ancient coronation ensembles and its priest-like style is meant to symbolise the divine nature of kingship.
From BBC
Later this month, King Charles III will travel to France and Germany for the first state visit of his kingship.
From Washington Post
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