1. the office or position of a tribune
Usage: historical
2. the term of office served by a tribune
Usage: historical

Examples

• His tribuneship lasted only one year according to Roman law.
• The tribuneship gave him the power to veto Senate decisions.
• She studied the tribuneship of the plebs in ancient Rome.
• The responsibilities of tribuneship included protecting citizens’ rights.
• His tribuneship was marked by significant political reforms.
• The tribuneship was an important stepping stone in Roman politics.