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plebiscite

UK
/ˈplɛbɪsaɪt/
US
/ˈplɛbɪsaɪt/
plebiscitenoun
plebiscites
pl
UK
/ˈplɛbɪsaɪt/
US
/ˈplɛbɪsaɪt/
Translations
The government decided to hold a plebiscite to determine whether the country should become a republic.
Le gouvernement a décidé d’organiser un plébiscite pour déterminer si le pays devait devenir une république.
Definitions
A direct vote by the electorate on an important public question such as a change in the constitution.
The government decided to hold a plebiscite to determine whether the country should become a republic.
The outcome or expressed will of the people as indicated by such a direct vote.
The plebiscite was a clear mandate for independence.
Synonyms
referendum
vote
poll
ballot
election
plebisciteadjective
UK
/ˈplɛb.ɪ.saɪt/
US
/ˈplɛb.ɪ.saɪt/
Relational adjective used attributively before another noun (e.g., 'plebiscite vote').
Translations
The plebiscite process required extensive voter education.
Le processus plébiscitaire nécessitait une vaste campagne d’information des électeurs.
Definitions
Relating to or characteristic of a plebiscite.
The plebiscite process required extensive voter education.
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