stewardship

[ stoo-erd-ship, styoo- ]

noun

1. the position and duties of a steward, a person who acts as the surrogate of another or others, especially by managing property, financial affairs, an estate, etc.
2. the responsible overseeing and protection of something considered worth caring for and preserving:

   New regulatory changes will result in better stewardship of lands that are crucial for open space and wildlife habitat.

Other Words From

• under·steward·ship noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of stewardship¹

First recorded in 1450–1500; steward + -ship

Example Sentences

This is part of an emerging eco-fascist belief, he said, that the right must now take stewardship of the environment.

From Salon

In the relatively short period under Peet's stewardship since his arrival for 2022, the Cherry and Whites have gone from strength to strength.

From BBC

Under his stewardship, the group evolved beyond its militia roots to become a powerful political party, able to decide the fate of Lebanon’s leaders and governments.

From Los Angeles Times

None of them have actually gone into effect yet, including Maine’s, because it’s years of rule-making and setting up a stewardship organization.

From Los Angeles Times

Corinne put her resources in nuclear power and cooled down by supporting Indigenous land stewardship.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• administration
• care
• control
• governance
• government
• handling
• operation
• oversight
• supervision