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Ballot - box-Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A ballot is a piece of paper or electronic method used to cast a vote in an election, allowing individuals to choose candidates or express opinions confidentially.

ballot

/ˈbælət/ /ˈbælət/

Definition:

A process of voting, typically in secret, to make a decision or elect a representative.

Synonyms:

vote, poll, election, plebiscite

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

veto, abstention

Common Collocations:

cast a ballot, secret ballot, ballot box, absentee ballot

Derivatives:

balloting, balloted

Usage Tips:

Use "ballot" as a noun for the voting process or as a verb meaning to vote secretly.

Common Phrases:

ballot box stuffing, spoilt ballot, postal ballot

Etymology:

Derived from Italian "ballotta," meaning a small ball used in voting.

Examples:

  • 1. The voters submitted their ballots before the deadline.
  • 2. She decided to ballot anonymously to protect her privacy.
  • 3. The election committee counted each ballot carefully.
  • 4. A spoiled ballot was found in the box.

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