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generalship

American  
[jen-er-uhl-ship] / ˈdʒɛn ər əlˌʃɪp /

noun

  1. skill as commander of a large military force or unit.

  2. the rank or functions of a general.

  3. management or leadership.


generalship British  
/ ˈdʒɛnrəlˌʃɪp /

noun

  1. the art or duties of exercising command of a major military formation or formations

  2. tactical or administrative skill

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of generalship

First recorded in 1585–95; general + -ship

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

Back then, standards employed in evaluating generalship were clear-cut and uncompromising.

From Salon • Dec. 1, 2016

After this experience the wild courage of his youth gave place to the unshakable resolution which afterwards characterized the prince’s generalship.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" by Various

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