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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He returned to Rome to brief the Senate on his extravagantly successful five-year generalship.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025
"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
As to the first question, the explanation is quite simple: During protracted wars, traditional standards for measuring generalship lose their salience.
From Salon • Dec. 1, 2016
There can be hardly a doubt that the capture of the hill and castle of Chapultepec, before assaulting the city, was imperatively demanded by good generalship.
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