Meaning & use
election
A formal process in which people vote to choose a person for a political office or position.
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The national election drew record turnout despite the cold, rainy weather.
Club members held an election to decide who would serve as treasurer.
A note on using this word
Election can refer to the entire voting event or, less commonly, to the outcome, as in after his election.
Words with a similar meaning
votepoll
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