governorship

American  

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

noun

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

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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

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

It added two more governorships for a total of 31 states.

From The Wall Street Journal

Former New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill won the state’s governorship this month in part by pledging to deal with high electricity costs.

From The Wall Street Journal