Meaning of the word headship in English

What does headship mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

headship

US /ˈhed.ʃɪp/
UK /ˈhed.ʃɪp/

Noun

the position or status of being a head or leader

Example:
She was offered the headship of the department.
The school's headship is responsible for its overall direction.