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plebiscites

UK
/ˈplɛbɪsaɪts/
US
/ˈplɛbɪsaɪts/
plebiscitenoun

plebiscites

pl

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
Definitions
Relating to or characteristic of a plebiscite.
The plebiscite process required extensive voter education.
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