leadership: Meaning and Definition of
lead•er•ship
Pronunciation: (lē'dur-ship"), [key]
— n.
- the position or function of a leader: He managed to maintain his leadership of the party despite heavy opposition.
- ability to lead: She displayed leadership potential.
- an act or instance of leading; guidance; direction: They prospered under his leadership.
- the leaders of a group: The union leadership agreed to arbitrate.
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