Proxy Vote

/ˈprɒksi voʊt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A vote cast by one person on behalf of another, typically by authority granted through a written proxy.
    She exercised her proxy vote at the shareholders' meeting.

Forms

  • proxy votes

Commentary

Proxy votes are common in corporate and organizational contexts to enable voting when the principal cannot attend. Clear authorization is essential to avoid disputes.

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