membership

[ mem-ber-ship ]

noun

1. the state of being a member, as of a society or club.
2. the status of a member.
3. the total number of members belonging to an organization, society, etc.

membership

/ ˈmɛmbəˌʃɪp /

noun

1. the members of an organization collectively
2. the state of being a member

Word History and Origins

Origin of membership¹

First recorded in 1640–50; member + -ship

Example Sentences

Mr Hughes said he believed a lot of hunts had "already folded" with "membership down" in recent years.

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A spokesman for the Europe-based DP World Tour confirmed former Masters winner Garcia submitted an application to return to the membership before the 17 November deadline.

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The 21-year-old shot a 72 in his fourth round to finish tied for 11th on eight under and claim the final dual membership spot.

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But falling membership numbers have triggered a drop in income.

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The head of the American Public Health Association, which has a 25,000-strong membership of health professionals, told the BBC that Kennedy's criticism of immunisations had "already caused great damage in health in the country".

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Related Words

• enrollment
• participation