Definition of "captaincy" []

• The rank or status of a captain. (noun)
• The jurisdiction of a captain. (noun)

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• "The commercial value of the captaincy is a delicate issue for the Ryder Cup since the European Tour sells its own sponsorships around the event to companies that pay substantial sums for category exclusivity, and these rights are strictly policed."
• "The subsequent demotion of Terry, following reports about his private life, emphasised that the captaincy is a high office to be treated seriously."
• "However, the growth of the competition and the raised profile that accompanies the role means the captaincy is now thought to be worth at least £ 1 million in commercial spin-offs."