conservatorship
1
8.9
- noun
- /kənˈsɜrvəˌtərˌʃɪp/
- Specialized
- The conservatorship of the historic building involved careful planning and expert care.
Examples
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The museum's conservatorship ensures the paintings are well cared for.
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After years of neglect, the paintings were placed under conservatorship to restore their original beauty.
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The museum's conservatorship of rare manuscripts ensures their preservation for future generations.
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She has held a conservatorship over the antique collection for years.
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The museum appointed her to the conservatorship of its priceless art collection.
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He took on the conservatorship of his late uncle's antique clock collection.
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As part of her role, she oversaw the conservatorship of rare manuscripts in the library.
Synonyms
24
4.9
To manage and protect valuable things like land or data
1
8.0
The job of choosing and caring for items in a museum or gallery
1
7.0
The job of looking after and managing things like property, records, or a building
1
7.4
The job of managing money or property for other people
How Responsible
∞
2.2
- Specialized
8
7.5
- Specialized
1
8.9
21
5.5
160
3.5
Surface Forms
Morphology
conservatorship = conservator (semi-transparent) = conserve + tor + ship
While the components are clear, the specific meaning of 'conservatorship' as a legal or formal responsibility is specialized.
Etymology
Conservatorship comes from conservator (one who conserves, 'keeps' or 'protects') and the ending -ship, meaning a position or duty like in friendship. That's why conservatorship means the job or responsibility of caring for objects or collections to keep them safe for the future.