1. the offices or terms of service of praetors in ancient Rome
Usage: historical; plural form

Examples

• The praetorships were highly sought-after positions in the Roman Republic.
• Several ambitious politicians competed for the available praetorships.
• The praetorships provided valuable administrative experience for future consuls.
• During the late Republic, praetorships became stepping stones to provincial commands.
• The number of praetorships increased as Rome’s territories expanded.
• Wealthy Romans often spent fortunes campaigning for praetorships.