Cantorship

/ˈkæntɔːʃɪp/ noun

The position, office, or rank of being a cantor in a church or synagogue.

Formed from 'cantor' plus the English suffix '-ship' meaning 'position or office.' This suffix appears in many words like 'friendship,' 'leadership,' and 'citizenship' to describe roles or relationships, making 'cantorship' mean 'the office of cantor.'

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