Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
party-column-ballot
noun
/ˈpɑrti ˈkɒləm ˈbælət/
Definition
A type of ballot used in elections where candidates are listed under their respective political parties, allowing voters to make a single selection for all candidates of a chosen party.
Examples
- During the election, many voters preferred using the party-column-ballot for its ease of selection.
- The party-column-ballot allows voters to support a political party without having to select individual candidates.
Meaning
The term refers to a voting method that simplifies the voting process by grouping candidates by their political affiliation on the ballot.
Synonyms
- party-line ballot
- straight-party ballot
