citizenship
Americannoun
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the state of being vested with the rights, privileges, and duties of a citizen.
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the character of an individual viewed as a member of society; behavior in terms of the duties, obligations, and functions of a citizen.
an award for good citizenship.
noun
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the condition or status of a citizen, with its rights and duties
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a person's conduct as a citizen
an award for good citizenship
Etymology
Origin of citizenship
Example Sentences
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There’s also the question of civic urbanism—an approach to city planning that puts citizenship and community at the center.
Witnesses reported seeing the agents visiting vendors and requesting proof of citizenship.
From Los Angeles Times
When you present your pass, or if you purchase one at a park entrance, staff must ask for your identification and determine your citizenship status.
From Los Angeles Times
Omar says the contracts were in Russian, which none of the men understood, and she took their passports, promising to arrange Russian citizenship.
From BBC
The embassy cautioned that “There are reports of groups of armed militias, known as colectivos, setting up roadblocks and searching vehicles for evidence of U.S. citizenship or support for the United States.”
From Los Angeles Times
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