Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

British English: /kəˈlɛk.tə.ʃɪp/

American English: /kəˈlɛk.tɚ.ʃɪp/

Definitions

1. The position, role, or responsibility of a collector, especially in an official or administrative capacity.
2. The act of overseeing, managing, or organizing a collection of objects, taxes, or resources.

Usage Examples

• He was appointed to the collectorship of the district last year.
• The museum’s collectorship has changed hands several times over the past decade.

Etymology

Derived from collector (one who collects) and the suffix -ship, which denotes a state, office, or role.

Synonyms

• Curatorship
• Stewardship
• Supervision
• Overseership

Antonyms

• Negligence
• Abandonment
• Disorganization

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British English: /kəˈlɛk.tə.ʃɪp/

American English: /kəˈlɛk.tɚ.ʃɪp/

Australian English: /kəˈlɛk.tə.ʃɪp/

Historical Usage

The term collectorship has been in use since the 18th century, primarily in administrative and governmental contexts, referring to the duty of tax collection or oversight of official collections.

Cultural Nuances

In some cultures, a collectorship is considered a prestigious position, especially in the context of government roles where tax collection or financial oversight is involved.

More Information

The term collectorship is commonly used in bureaucratic and administrative circles, often referring to district collectors in various countries, particularly in South Asia. It also extends to museum or library collectorships where experts oversee valuable items.