Membership

/ˈmɛmbərʃɪp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state of belonging to or being a part of a group or organization.

Her membership in the book club allowed her to meet like-minded readers.

The number of members in a group or organization.

The organization has seen a significant increase in its membership over the past year.

The rights and privileges associated with being a member of a group or organization.

With your membership, you'll receive discounts on all our products.

A subscription or association with a particular group, society, or service.

He canceled his gym membership because he didn't use it.

From Middle English 'memberhip', corresponding to 'member' + '-ship' (indicating condition or quality).

full membership

Having all rights and privileges of a member.

trial membership

A temporary membership that allows limited access or benefits.

lifetime membership

A type of membership that lasts for the lifetime of the member.

member

An individual who belongs to a group or organization.

membership card

A card that certifies the holder's membership in an organization.

membership fee

The charge for joining an organization.

VIP membership

With his VIP membership, he gets exclusive access to all events.

ghost membership

I have a ghost membership at the gym; I never go but still pay the fee.