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General ship

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gen⋅er⋅al⋅ship

[jen-er-uhl-ship]
–noun
1. skill as commander of a large military force or unit.
2. the rank or functions of a general.
3. management or leadership.

Origin:
1585–95; general + -ship
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gen·er·al·ship   (jěn'ər-əl-shĭp')   
n.  
  1. The rank, office, or tenure of a general.

  2. Leadership or skill in the conduct of a war.

  3. Skillful management or leadership.

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