headship
|head-ship|
C1
🇺🇸
/ˈhɛdˌʃɪp/
🇬🇧
/ˈhɛdʃɪp/
leadership position
Etymology
Etymology Information
'headship' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'heafodship,' where 'heafod' meant 'head' and '-ship' was a suffix denoting 'state or condition.'
Historical Evolution
'heafodship' transformed into the modern English word 'headship' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of being a head or leader,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the position or office of a leader or head, especially in an organization or institution.
She was appointed to the headship of the department.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/25 16:57