1. the office or position of a consul in ancient Rome
Usage: historical
2. the office or position of a consul in a modern government, responsible for protecting citizens and promoting trade abroad
3. the period of time during which someone holds the office of consul

Examples

• Julius Caesar held the consulship in 59 BCE.
• She was appointed to the consulship in Paris after years of diplomatic service.
• During his consulship, he worked to strengthen trade relations between the two nations.
• The Roman consulship was one of the highest offices in the republic.
• He served his consulship with distinction and earned widespread respect.
• The consulship typically lasted for one year in ancient Rome.