Meaning of the word citizenship in English

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citizenship

US /ˈsɪt̬.ə.zən.ʃɪp/
UK /ˈsɪt̬.ə.zən.ʃɪp/
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Noun

1.

the state of being a citizen of a particular country and having the rights and duties that come with it

Example:
He applied for citizenship after living in the country for five years.
Dual citizenship is allowed in some countries.
2.

the qualities that a person is expected to have as a responsible member of a community

Example:
Good citizenship involves respecting laws and participating in community life.
The school aims to foster a sense of global citizenship among its students.
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