voting Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative
   vote; ballot; balloting.
   
   • there were only 17 votes in favor of the motion
   • they allowed just one vote per person
2. verb express one's preference for a candidate or for a measure or resolution; cast a vote
   vote.
   
   • He voted for the motion
   • None of the Democrats voted last night
3. verb express one's choice or preference by vote
   vote.
   
   • vote the Democratic ticket
4. verb express a choice or opinion
   vote.
   
   • I vote that we all go home
   • She voted for going to the Chinese restaurant
5. verb be guided by in voting
   vote.
   
   • vote one's conscience
6. verb bring into existence or make available by vote
   vote.
   
   • They voted aid for the underdeveloped countries in Asia

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