generalship
Americannoun
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skill as commander of a large military force or unit.
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the rank or functions of a general.
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management or leadership.
noun
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the art or duties of exercising command of a major military formation or formations
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tactical or administrative skill
Etymology
Origin of generalship
Example Sentences
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"The army's actions must become much more technologically advanced. The generalship must be reset," he added.
From BBC ● Feb. 8, 2024
“We can separate Lee’s generalship of the Confederacy and his symbolism as patron saint of the Lost Cause from his laudable contribution to the university,” Professor Morel said.
From New York Times ● Jul. 26, 2020
He also seeks to re-evaluate—and defend—the shaky generalship of the Southern commander Pemberton.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 20, 2018
Second, to what degree does faulty generalship suffice to explain why actual victory has proven so elusive?
From Salon ● Dec. 1, 2016
He was not a soldier, but no soldier ever showed greater qualities of generalship than he.
From The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid by Dennis Collins
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