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citizenship

[ˈsɪtɪznʃɪp]

citizenship Definition

  • 1the status of being a member of a particular country and having the rights and privileges that come with it
  • 2the quality of an individual's response to membership in a community

Using citizenship: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "citizenship" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She applied for citizenship after living in the country for five years.

  • Example

    The government granted him citizenship after he passed the naturalization test.

  • Example

    Citizenship comes with certain responsibilities, such as paying taxes and obeying the law.

citizenship Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for citizenship

Phrases with citizenship

  • the status of being a citizen of two countries at the same time

    Example

    He has dual citizenship in both Canada and the United States.

  • the idea that individuals have responsibilities towards the world as a whole, not just their own country or community

    Example

    The school promotes global citizenship by encouraging students to learn about and engage with international issues.

  • the responsible use of technology and online communication tools

    Example

    The teacher emphasized the importance of digital citizenship by teaching students about online safety and etiquette.

Origins of citizenship

from 'citizen' + '-ship'

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Summary: citizenship in Brief

The term 'citizenship' [ˈsɪtɪznʃɪp] refers to the status of being a member of a particular country and having the rights and privileges that come with it. It also encompasses the quality of an individual's response to membership in a community. Examples include 'She applied for citizenship after living in the country for five years.' and 'Citizenship comes with certain responsibilities, such as paying taxes and obeying the law.' Phrases like 'dual citizenship' and 'digital citizenship' denote specific types of citizenship.

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