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queenship

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[kween-ship] / ˈkwin ʃɪp /

noun

  1. the state, office, or dignity of a queen.


Etymology

Origin of queenship

First recorded in 1530–40; queen + -ship

Example Sentences

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With William's birth, the foremost responsibility of medieval queenship was fulfilled: There would be a male heir.

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2022

Queen Victoria was revered and beloved in her time, but her object lesson in queenship was not even enough to open a path for her own daughter to follow in her footsteps.

From New York Times • Sep. 9, 2022

A quiet and uncomplaining dedication to the duty of queenship, even in old age, has earned her widespread respect both in Britain and abroad, even from republicans who are eager to abolish the institution.

From Reuters • Oct. 21, 2021

The unusual fact of her queenship meant that her body was under substantial scrutiny.

From Slate • Dec. 6, 2018

Part of the first book was based on the game of cards; the whole setting of the second is based on chess moves, and Alice's progress to queenship along the board.

From Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. VIII by Various

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