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The correct spelling is hustings.

How to pronounce hustings

noun

IPA: /ˈhʌstɪŋz/

Say it like: Hus-tin-gs

The correct spelling is hustings. A platform where candidates in an election give speeches; a husting. For example: "Washington is awfully deserted now that every congressman is out on the hustings."

Usage Examples

Washington is awfully deserted now that every congressman is out on the hustings.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A platform where candidates in an election give speeches; a husting.
  2. 2.(by extension) An election campaign.
  3. 3.A platform where candidates in an election give speeches.
  4. 4.An assembly, especially one of the retainers of a ruler.

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