noun
- plural of archonship; the office, position, or term of an archon (a chief magistrate or ruler in ancient Greece or other contexts)
Usage: historical; typically used in reference to ancient Greek city-states
Examples
- The archonships of Athens were among the most prestigious political positions in the ancient world.
- Several wealthy citizens competed fiercely for the archonships available each year.
- Historical records document the archonships held by prominent Athenian families.
- The duration and responsibilities of archonships varied across different Greek city-states.
- Archonships were typically filled through election or lottery in democratic Athens.