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sireship|ˈsaɪəʃɪp|
[f. sire n. + -ship.]
The state or condition of being a sire; paternity, fatherhood; also fig., authorship.
1837C. Lofft Self-formation II. 94 The Two Gentlemen must be left at large, to walk abroad and plume themselves in the false bravery of their sireship. 1882Standard 4 Sept. 6/1 His credentials bid fair for the success of his sireship. |