Definitions

1. noun

The office or position of a dean; the period during which someone holds this position.

“The university’s new deanship brought about significant changes to the faculty.”

2. noun

The state or quality of being a dean.

“The deanship of the department was marked by a series of important decisions.”

3. noun

A period of time during which something is held or exists as a dean.

“The deanship of the college was a challenging but rewarding experience.”