The state, rank, or status of being an amateur; the condition of someone engaged in an activity for love rather than profession.
From 'amateur' plus the suffix '-ship' (forming nouns expressing state, rank, or relationship), paralleling words like 'citizenship' and 'membership' in structure.
The suffix '-ship' usually implies something prestigious—like 'craftsmanship'—but when attached to 'amateur,' it can mean either admirable dedication or questionable inexperience, depending on context.
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