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voting
VOH-tihng
Voting (noun) means the process of making a formal choice, especially in an election. Example: “Voting takes place at polling stations across the city.”
noun
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The process of making a formal choice, especially in an election.
"Voting takes place at polling stations across the city."
"Online voting has made the process faster for many members."
"Voting in the club election closes at six o'clock tonight."
adj
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Carrying the right to vote, especially as a shareholder in a company.
"Only voting shareholders can elect the board of directors."
"Holders of voting shares can influence major decisions at the annual meeting."
"Only voting members of the society may attend the private meeting."
How to use voting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of casting votes, or (as an adjective) carrying voting rights.
Common pairings
voting rights
voting booth
voting shares
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Etymology
Formed by adding -ing to vote.
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What does “voting” mean?
The word “voting” means the process of making a formal choice, especially in an election. In plain terms, the act of casting votes, or (as an adjective) carrying voting rights.
How do you pronounce “voting”?
“Voting” is pronounced VOH-tihng (/ˈvoʊtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “voting” in a sentence?
Here is “voting” used in a sentence: “Voting takes place at polling stations across the city.”
What part of speech is “voting”?
Depending on how it is used, “voting” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “voting” a common word?
“Voting” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “voting” have?
“Voting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of making a formal choice, especially in an election.
What is the difference between voting and an election?
Voting is the act of casting a formal choice — marking a ballot or raising a hand. An election is the larger organized event in which voting takes place to fill offices or decide questions. Voting is the individual action, while the election is the whole process that surrounds and counts those votes.
What are the main types of voting?
Common methods include the secret ballot, a show of hands, and electronic or postal voting. Some systems use ranked-choice voting, where you order candidates by preference, while others rely on a simple majority. The method chosen affects how votes are cast, kept private, and finally counted.
Why is voting important?
Voting is how people have a say in decisions that affect them, from choosing leaders to settling group questions. In a democracy it gives citizens a peaceful way to shape government and hold those in power accountable. Widespread participation helps ensure that outcomes reflect the will of the whole community.
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