Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

statehood

Noun

/ˈsteɪt.hʊd/

Definition

The status of being a recognized independent state.

Examples

The statehood of Texas was admitted to the United States in 1845.
Many territories seek statehood to gain representation in Congress.
The debate over statehood for Washington D.C. continues to be a contentious political issue.

Meaning

Statehood refers to the condition of being a fully established and recognized political entity with its own government and the capacity to enter into relations with other states.