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election
[ ih-lek-shuhn ]
/ ÉŖĖlÉk ŹÉn /
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noun
the selection of a person or persons for office by vote: In 2018, elections for governors were held in 36 states.
the status of being or having been elected: his fading chances for election;the international coverage of her election.
a public vote upon a proposition submitted: The official results of todayās election regarding use of public lands will not be reported any earlier than tomorrow.
the act of electing: There is no evidence to suggest violation of the rules of election.
Theology. the choice by God of individuals, as for a particular work or for favor or salvation: Election is not a hidden decree, but the decree revealed in Christ.
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Origin of election
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Words nearby election
Eleazar, elecampane, elect, electable, elected, election, election cake, Election Day, election district, electioneer, elective
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British Dictionary definitions for election
election
/ (ÉŖĖlÉkŹÉn) /
noun
the selection by vote of a person or persons from among candidates for a position, esp a political office
a public vote on an official proposition
the act or an instance of choosing
Christianity
- the doctrine of Calvin that God chooses certain individuals for salvation without reference to their faith or works
- the doctrine of Arminius and others that God chooses for salvation those who, by grace, persevere in faith and works
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