Headship (Noun)
Meaning 1
The position of head.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
The position of headmaster or headmistress.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The school board announced that Mrs. Johnson would assume headship of the institution starting next semester.
- The headship of the prestigious academy had been passed down through generations of the founding family.
- After 20 years of teaching, he finally attained the headship of his alma mater.
- The headship of the private school was a highly coveted position, with many applicants vying for the role.
- She resigned from the headship of the university, citing personal reasons and a desire to focus on her research.