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citizenship

[ sit-uh-zuhn-ship, -suhn- ]

noun

  1. the state of being vested with the rights, privileges, and duties of a citizen.
  2. the character of an individual viewed as a member of society; behavior in terms of the duties, obligations, and functions of a citizen:

    an award for good citizenship.



citizenship

/ ˈɪɪəˌʃɪ /

noun

  1. the condition or status of a citizen, with its rights and duties
  2. a person's conduct as a citizen

    an award for good citizenship

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of citizenship1

First recorded in 1605–15; citizen + -ship
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My husband and my children are all dual citizens of the European Union and the United States because they all got German citizenship through my husband.

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Judge James Ho stood out among conservative judges for his uncompromising support for birthright citizenship.

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The family drama didn’t end happily with American citizenship.

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A coalition of advocacy organizations sued the Trump administration Monday over President Donald Trump's executive order requiring Americans to present proof of citizenship to register to vote.

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Libraries offer English classes, provide resources to attain citizenship and assist small businesses.

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