Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gerrymander

verb

/ˈjerēˌmandər/

Definition

The manipulative process of redrawing electoral district boundaries to favor a particular political party or group.

Examples

The party in power decided to gerrymander the districts to ensure a victory in the upcoming election.
Critics argue that gerrymandering undermines democracy by skewing representation.
Efforts to reform the gerrymandering process have gained momentum in recent years.

Meaning

Gerrymandering occurs when legislative boundaries are arranged in a way that gives an advantage to a specific ideology or demographic, often leading to distorted political representation.