Directorship

/daɪˈrɛk.tə.ʃɪp/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The position or office of a director in a company or organization.
After years of hard work, she finally achieved the directorship of the nonprofit organization.
The period during which a person holds the position of director.
His directorship lasted for over a decade, during which he significantly transformed the company's operations.
The managerial or executive function of a director.
The directorship involves making critical decisions that can affect the entire organization.
The governing body of directors in an organization.
The board of directorship convenes every quarter to assess the company’s performance and plan future strategies.

Etymology

From 'director' + '-ship' indicating the state or condition of being a director.

Common Phrases and Expressions

board of directors
A group of individuals elected to represent shareholders and oversee the activities of a company.
executive directorship
A position of authority involving decision-making and oversight of operations within an organization.
non-executive director
A member of a company's board of directors who does not engage in the day-to-day management of the company.

Related Words

director
A person who oversees a particular area or function in an organization.
management
The process of dealing with or controlling things or people.
leadership
The action of leading a group of people or an organization.

Slang Meanings

Top brass
The top brass decided to expand the company's operations.
Big cheese
She's the big cheese around here when it comes to making the final call.