stewardship (/ˈstjuː.əd.ʃɪp/)
noun · Advanced · Culture & Society
🔊 /ˈstjuː.əd.ʃɪp/
Meaning
Meaning: responsible care of something
Stewardship is the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one’s care. Speakers call for stewardship of the planet.
Examples
🗣 Environmental stewardship protects future generations.
Etymology
From Old English ‘stiward’, meaning house guardian.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on the environment and responsible leadership.
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Tags: responsibility, care