admiralships
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/ˈædmərəlˌʃɪps/
(admiralship)
rank of admiral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'admiralship' originates from the word 'admiral', which comes from the Arabic 'amir al-bahr', meaning 'commander of the sea'.
Historical Evolution
'admiral' changed from the Old French word 'amiral' and eventually became the modern English word 'admiral'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'commander of the sea', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a high-ranking naval officer'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the position or rank of an admiral.
He was honored with several admiralships during his naval career.
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Last updated: 2025/05/10 16:21