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governorship

American

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

noun

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

governorship British

/ ˈɡʌvənəˌʃɪp /

noun

the office, jurisdiction, or term of a governor

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

subgovernorship

noun

Etymology

Origin of governorship

First recorded in 1635–45; governor + -ship

Example Sentences

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Mr. López Hernández left the governorship early to serve as Mr. López Obrador’s security minister from 2021-23.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The outcome was one few anticipated, with Gray Davis romping to victory in the Democratic primary, then winning the governorship in a landslide.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

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 • Jan. 29, 2026

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 • Jan. 5, 2026

Byrd Machine politician J. Lindsay Almond assumed the governorship and the party line in January 1958.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly

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