election

B1
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɛkʃ(ə)n/
/əˈlɛkʃ(ə)n/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A process of choosing a leader, members of parliament, councillors or other representatives by popular vote.

Example Sentences
  • How did you vote in (UK also: at) the last election?
2 Definition

The choice of a leader or representative by popular vote.

Example Sentences
  • The election of John Smith was due to his broad appeal.
3 Definition

An option that is selected.

Example Sentences
  • W-4 election
4 Definition

Any conscious choice.

5 Definition

In Calvinism, God's predestination of saints including all of the elect.

6 Definition

Those who are elected.