candidacy
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.can·di·da·cy
noun \ˈkan-də-də-sē, ˈka-nə-\ plural can·di·da·cies
Definition of CANDIDACY
: the state of being a candidate <he is expected to announce his candidacy>
See Examples of CANDIDACY
- He withdrew his candidacy after the scandal damaged his reputation.
First Known Use of CANDIDACY
1848
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