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noun states·man \ ˈstāts-mən \

Definition of statesman

1 :one versed in the principles or art of government; especially :one actively engaged in conducting the business of a government or in shaping its policies
2 :a wise, skillful, and respected political leader
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statesmanlike

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statesmanship

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Examples of statesman in a Sentence

  1. He was a soldier and statesman.

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STATESMAN Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of statesman for English Language Learners

  • : a usually wise, skilled, and respected government leader

STATESMAN Defined for Kids

statesman

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noun states·man \ ˈstāts-mən \

Definition of statesman for Students

plural statesmen \-mən\
:a usually wise, skilled, and respected government leader

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