portership1
/ˈpɔːtəʃɪp/Now chiefly historical
noun
The office, function, or position of a porter. Also occasionally (humorous ) with possessive adjective as a title of mock respect.
Origin
Late Middle English; earliest use found in Rolls of Parliament. From porter + -ship.
portership2
rare before 19th cent
noun
The office, function, or position of a porter.
Origin
Early 16th century. From porter + -ship.