1. the office, position, or rank of a deputy
2. the period of time during which someone serves as a deputy

Examples

• She was appointed to the deputyship after years of service in the department.
• During his deputyship, he implemented several important reforms.
• The deputyship carries significant responsibility and authority.
• He sought the deputyship as a stepping stone to higher office.
• The board voted to offer him the deputyship.
• Her deputyship lasted five years before she was promoted to director.