the selection of a person or persons for office by vote.

a public vote upon a proposition submitted.

the act of electing.

Theology . the choice by God of individuals, as for a particular work or for favor or salvation.

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alternative , appointment , ballot , balloting , choice , decision , determination , franchise , judgment , option , poll , polls , preference , primary , referendum , selection , ticket , vote-casting , barnstorming , gerrymandering , hustings , manifesto , platform , voting