Meaning of presidency in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈprɛz(ə)dənsi/

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  1. Noun

    presidency

    Etymology

    late 16th century: from medieval Latin praesidentia, from praesidere‘sit before’ (see preside)

    Definitions

    1. the tenure of a president

    Examples

    • « things were quiet during the Eisenhower administration »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. the office and function of president

    Examples

    • « Andrew Jackson expanded the power of the presidency beyond what was customary before his time »

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