Ballots
/ˈbæləts/
Definitions
- (n.) Official slips or papers used by voters to cast their votes in an election or referendum.
All eligible voters were given ballots to select their preferred candidate.
Forms
- ballot
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Commentary
The term 'ballots' is primarily used as the plural form of 'ballot' referring to multiple voting instruments; each ballot must clearly indicate the choices available to ensure valid voting.
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