BALLOT

Ballot

A ballot is a device used to cast votes in an election, and may be a piece of paper or a small ball used in secret voting. It was originally a small ball used to record decisions made by voters.

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ballot

Noun

  1. A paper or card used to cast a vote.
  2. The process of voting, especially in secret.
  3. A list of candidates running for office; a ticket.
  4. The total of all votes cast in an election.

Verb

  1. To vote or decide by ballot.
    to ballot for a candidate
  2. To draw lots.


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