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ballot - What does it mean?

Definition of 'ballot'

English

Noun

(wikipedia) (en-noun)
  • A paper or card used to cast a vote.
  • The process of voting, especially in secret.
  • * Charles Dickens
  • the insufficiency of the ballot
  • (chiefly|US) A list of candidates running for office; a ticket.
  • The total of all votes cast in an election.
  • Synonyms

    * (paper or card used to cast a vote) voting slip

    Derived terms

    * ballot box

    Verb

    (en-verb)
  • To vote or decide by ballot.
  • to ballot for a candidate
  • To draw lots.