stewardship

American  

[stoo-erd-ship, styoo-] / ˈstu ərd ʃɪp, ˈstyu- /

noun

1. the position and duties of a steward, a person who acts as the surrogate of another or others, especially by managing property, financial affairs, an estate, etc.

2. the responsible overseeing and protection of something considered worth caring for and preserving.

   New regulatory changes will result in better stewardship of lands that are crucial for open space and wildlife habitat.

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Other Word Forms

• understewardship noun

Etymology

Origin of stewardship

First recorded in 1450–1500; steward + -ship

Example Sentences

“We can talk about it more if you’re interested. All you’ll have to do is write a short essay about what ‘environmental stewardship’ means to you.”

From Literature

In their social media post unveiling the watch, Jacob & Co said their new luxury timepiece was "a tribute to Vantara" and Anant's figurine at the centre of the dial "symbolised stewardship and responsibility".

From BBC

PHILADELPHIA—Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has become an unlikely folk hero, the subject of internet memes celebrating his stewardship of the central bank.

From The Wall Street Journal

Powell, who has served as Fed chair since 2018, won over many individual investors for his stewardship of an economy that has helped propel the stock market to record highs.

From The Wall Street Journal

Riverview said in a written statement it “values stewardship of the land and water,” recognizes the area’s water challenges and wants “to be part of the solution.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• administration
• care
• control
• governance
• government
• handling
• operation
• oversight
• supervision