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The correct spelling is mateship.

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noun

Say it like: Mat-esh-ip

The correct spelling is mateship. The post of mate on a ship; a posting as mate.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The post of mate on a ship; a posting as mate.
  2. 2.(whaling) A type of contract between ships to cooperate and share the proceeds of an expedition.
  3. 3.Fellowship; companionship.
  4. 4.Friendship, particularly between men, such as develops in shared adversity; solidarity.
  5. 5.A relationship based on mating.

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