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balloting

 

[ ˈbɔːlətɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

voting process

The process of casting votes in an election or on a particular issue, typically done by marking a ballot.

Synonyms

election, polling, voting

Examples of usage

  • Balloting in the presidential election will take place next month.
  • She participated in the balloting for the new school board members.
  • The balloting process was smooth and efficient.
  • The balloting results will be announced tomorrow.
  • After the balloting, the winner will be declared.
Context #2 | Noun

selecting by vote

The act of selecting someone or something by voting among a group of people.

Synonyms

choosing, selection, voting

Examples of usage

  • The balloting to choose the team captain was intense.
  • Our club will be balloting for the best costume at the party.
  • Balloting for the most promising startup will happen next week.
  • Students will be balloting for their favorite teacher.
  • The balloting process for the winner took several rounds.

Translations

Translations of the word "balloting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 votação

🇮🇳 मतदान

🇩🇪 Wahlverfahren

🇮🇩 pemungutan suara

🇺🇦 голосування

🇵🇱 głosowanie

🇯🇵 投票

🇫🇷 vote

🇪🇸 votación

🇹🇷 oylama

🇰🇷 투표

🇸🇦 الاقتراع

🇨🇿 hlasování

🇸🇰 hlasovanie

🇨🇳 投票

🇸🇮 glasovanje

🇮🇸 kjós

🇰🇿 дауыс беру

🇬🇪 ხმის მიცემა

🇦🇿 səsvermə

🇲🇽 votación

Etymology

The word 'balloting' originated from the Middle French word 'ballot', which means 'small ball used in voting'. The practice of balloting dates back to the 16th century when balls or other objects were used in elections to cast votes. Over time, the process evolved into the use of paper ballots and eventually electronic voting systems. Balloting plays a crucial role in democratic societies by allowing individuals to express their choices and participate in decision-making processes.

See also: balloter.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,937, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.