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ballots

The correct spelling is ballots.

How to pronounce ballots

noun

Say it like: Bal-lot-s

The correct spelling is ballots. Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote. For example: "to ballot for a candidate"

Usage Examples

to ballot for a candidate

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote.
  2. 2.The process of voting, especially in secret; a round of voting.
  3. 3.The total of all the votes cast in an election.
  4. 4.A list of candidates running for office; a ticket.

verb

  1. 1.To vote or decide by ballot.
  2. 2.To draw lots.

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