CANDIDATURES | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Candidature

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

mid 19th century: from candidate + -ure, probably via French

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈkandɪdətʃə
Dialects: British English
Definition:

the fact or condition of standing for a position or status; candidacy

Short Definition:

fact of being considered or standing for position

Examples:
  • she is completing her PhD candidature as a part-time student
  • his candidature for the Presidency has received enthusiastic public support

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