Electoral Vote
/ɪˈlɛktərəl voʊt/
Definitions
- (n.) A vote cast by a member of the Electoral College in a U.S. presidential election representing the choice of the state's voters.
Each state's electoral votes are counted to determine the winner of the presidential election.
Forms
- electoral vote
- electoral votes
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to the individual votes cast by electors, distinct from the popular vote; precise counting and allocation are crucial in election disputes.
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