vote

A1
Pronunciation
/vəʊt/
/voʊt/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

A formalized choice on matters of administration or other democratic activities

Example Sentences
  • One occasion indicative votes were used was in 2003 when MPs were presented with seven different options on how to reform the House of Lords.
2 Definition

An act or instance of participating in such a choice, e.g., by submitting a ballot

Example Sentences
  • The Supreme Court upheld the principle of one person, one vote.
3 Definition

An ardent wish or desire; a vow; a prayer

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To cast a vote; to assert a formalized choice in an election

Example Sentences
  • Did you vote last month?
2 Definition

To choose or grant by means of a vote, or by general consent

Example Sentences
  • The depository may vote shares on behalf of investors who have not submitted instruction to the bank.