Fopship

/ˈfɒp.ʃɪp/ noun

Definition

The state, condition, or domain of being a fop; the practice or world of foppish behavior.

Etymology

From fop + -ship (suffix meaning state, condition, or domain, as in friendship, leadership). This is an archaic formation rarely used in modern English.

Kelly Says

Fopship demonstrates the -ship suffix's original purpose—not just rank (like kingship) but also conditions or practices, a use that's mostly faded except in archaic or humorous texts.

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