Definition

The position or role of a proconsul, who is a governor of a province in ancient Rome.

Example

The proconsulship was an important position in the Roman government, overseeing the administration of provinces.

Conversation

Did you know that the proconsulship was a significant position in ancient Rome?

Really? I didn’t know much about it.

Yeah, it was like being a governor of a province, but with more power.

That sounds fascinating! I should read more about Roman history.

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Root Explanation

Proconsulship → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning for or in place of) and "consul" (from Latin *consul*, meaning a high-ranking official in ancient Rome) and "-ship" (meaning the state or condition of). The term refers to the office or position of a proconsul, who acts in place of a consul.

Memory Tip

Think of someone acting 'for' ('pro-') a high-ranking official ('consul') — that's what proconsulship means, the position of someone serving in that role.

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