stewardship

//ˈstjuːəd.ʃɪp//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
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Noun

stewardshipSingular
stewardshipsPlural
1

The responsible management, supervision, and care of something entrusted to one's charge, especially resources, property, or an organization.

The company takes its environmental stewardship seriously.

2

The ethical responsibility to protect and preserve the natural environment for future generations.

Environmental stewardship means protecting our forests and oceans for future generations.

3

The position, duties, or period of service of a steward.

During his stewardship, he managed all the household affairs efficiently.

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