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statecraft

Pronunciation: /ˈsteɪtkrɑːft/
Definition of statecraft

noun

[mass noun]
  • the skilful management of state affairs; statesmanship:issues of statecraft require great deliberation

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Definition of statecraft in the US English dictionary
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