noun
- the office, position, or tenure of a vicar
Examples
- He was appointed to the vicarship of St. Mary’s Church last year.
- The vicarship had been vacant for several months before they found a replacement.
- During his vicarship, the parish grew significantly in membership.
- She accepted the vicarship despite the modest salary it offered.
- The responsibilities of the vicarship include conducting services and pastoral care.
- His vicarship lasted twenty-three years before he retired.