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captaincy

UK
/ˈkæptənsi/
US
/ˈkæptənsi/

Translations

captaincynoun
captaincies
pl
UK
/ˈkæptənsi/
US
/ˈkæptənsi/
capitanatSurtout dans le sport et pour l’exercice de la fonction de capitaine.
He was awarded the captaincy of the national team after demonstrating exceptional leadership skills.
On lui a confié le capitanat de l’équipe nationale après qu’il a démontré d’exceptionnelles qualités de leader.
Synonyms
leadership
command
directorship
superintendency
stewardship
captaincyadjective
UK
/ˈkæptɪnsi/
US
/ˈkæptənsi/
Attributive use of the noun to modify another noun (e.g. "captaincy duties").

Definitions

captaincynoun
The position or period of being a captain, especially in a sports team or a ship.
He was awarded the captaincy of the national team after demonstrating exceptional leadership skills.
The office or rank of a captain.
Her captaincy was marked by a series of successful missions and strategic victories.
captaincyadjective
Relating to or characteristic of the duties, responsibilities, or tenure of a captain (used before another noun).
The board highlighted his captaincy experience as a key qualification.
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