1. the state or condition of being bound by an indenture; a period of service as an indentured servant or apprentice.
Usage: historical; often refers to colonial America or early modern labor practices

Examples

• Many colonists arrived in America through indentureship, agreeing to work for a set number of years.
• His indentureship lasted seven years before he earned his freedom dues.
• The terms of her indentureship were recorded in a legal contract signed by both parties.
• During the 17th century, indentureship was a common way for poor Europeans to pay for passage to the New World.
• After completing his indentureship, he was able to purchase land of his own.