Lieutenancy: meaning, definitions and examples

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lieutenancy

 

[ ljuːˈtɛnənsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military rank

A lieutenancy is a position of authority typically held by a lieutenant in the military or other organizations. It can also refer to the period of time during which a lieutenant is in charge of a certain area or task.

Synonyms

leadership position, lieutenancy rank, military command.

Examples of usage

  • He was promoted to a lieutenancy after showing exceptional leadership skills.
  • The lieutenancy of the troops was crucial for the success of the operation.
  • During his lieutenancy, he implemented new training programs for the recruits.
Context #2 | Noun

governance

In a historical context, a lieutenancy may refer to the office or term of a lieutenant governor, who acts on behalf of a governor in certain jurisdictions. This role often involves overseeing specific duties and making decisions in the absence of the governor.

Synonyms

administrative role, deputy governorship, vice governorship.

Examples of usage

  • The lieutenancy was crucial during the governor's absence due to illness.
  • Her lieutenancy showed a commitment to public service and local governance.
  • He announced his plans for economic development during his lieutenancy as governor.

Translations

Translations of the word "lieutenancy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tenência

🇮🇳 उप-राज्यपाल

🇩🇪 Leutnantschaft

🇮🇩 kepemimpinan

🇺🇦 лейтенантство

🇵🇱 tenencja

🇯🇵 中尉職

🇫🇷 lieutenance

🇪🇸 tenencia

🇹🇷 teğmenlik

🇰🇷 중위직

🇸🇦 نائب

🇨🇿 tenence

🇸🇰 tenencia

🇨🇳 中尉职

🇸🇮 tenenstvo

🇮🇸 liðskeyti

🇰🇿 лейтенанттық

🇬🇪 ლეიტენანტობა

🇦🇿 leytenantlıq

🇲🇽 tenencia

Etymology

The word 'lieutenancy' derives from the Middle English word 'lieutenancie', which comes from Old French 'lieutenant' meaning 'a keeper or one who holds a place for another'. The root of the word can be traced back to the Latin 'luetens', meaning 'to place' or 'to put in charge'. In military terms, the role of a lieutenant dates back to the medieval period, where it referred to a deputy or assistant to a higher-ranking officer. Over the centuries, the term has evolved to encompass various leadership roles, both in military and civil contexts. Its usage has broadened, especially in English-speaking nations, where lieutenancies play a critical role in organizational structures within the military and government.