rectorship

Meanings

• noun

  The position or office of a rector, especially the head of a college or university.

• noun

  The period during which a rector holds office.

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Rhymes

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reprieve , perceive , grieve , believe

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Variants

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rector , rectorate , rectorates , rectorial , rectors , rectorship , rectorships

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Etymology

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From Old French rectour, from rector, from Latin rectus 'straight, just' + ordo 'rule'.

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Trivia

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1. The rector of a university or college is usually elected by the academic staff and students.

2. The term 'rector' comes from the Latin word 'rectus', meaning 'straight' or 'just'.

3. The first recorded use of the term 'rector' in English was in the 15th century.

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1. Rectorate: The administrative body or building of a college or university headed by a rector.

2. Provost: An academic administrator, usually ranking below a rector or president of a university.

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Culture

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In academic institutions, the rector is the highest academic and administrative officer. The rector's role includes academic leadership, representing the institution, and ensuring the smooth running of the institution.

How to Memorize "rectorship"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person in a formal academic robe, presiding over a university or college.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the image of a head of an academic institution.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember R-E-C-T-O-R-S-H-I-P stands for 'Rule and Oversee Higher Institution'.

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