rectorate

/ˈrɛktərɪt/
noun
  1. The position or office of a rector.
    • The rectorate comes with many administrative responsibilities.
    • He held the rectorate for two consecutive terms.
    • She was elected to the rectorate of the university last year.
  2. The period during which a rector holds office.
    • During his rectorate, the school expanded its campus.
    • Her rectorate was marked by a focus on community outreach.
    • The rectorate saw significant improvements in student services.
  3. The official residence of a rector.
    • The old rectorate was renovated into a museum.
    • Visitors were invited to the rectorate for tea.
    • The rectorate is a large house next to the church.
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