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voter

noun
vot·​er | \ ˈvō-tər How to pronounce voter (audio) \

Definition of voter

: one that votes or has the legal right to vote

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The scandal of 2018, which occurred in the more rural parts of the district with fewer voters, is not in the forefront of this election. NBC News, "North Carolina House race carries unlikely hangover from fraud scandal," 9 Sep. 2019 But Biden also highlights his working-class roots and his ability to connect with blue-collar voters. Fox News, "Rep. Tim Ryan won't back off comment that Biden is 'declining'," 8 Sep. 2019 Each candidate is moving forward on a platform for the city, pushing the issues in campaign appearances and conversations with voters. Christopher Keating, courant.com, "In final days of New Haven mayoral primary race, Toni Harp and Justin M. Elicker fight for votes and donations," 5 Sep. 2019 After all, the event was essentially a beauty pageant with primary voters judging. J.e.f. | Washington, The Economist, "The Democratic candidates spell out their policies on climate change," 5 Sep. 2019 Progressive groups that focus on the courts say the issue resonates with Democratic voters more than ever. Tessa Berenson, Time, "'They Clearly Need to Step Up.' Why Advocates Think 2020 Democrats Should Talk More About Judges," 4 Sep. 2019 McKinley spent more money — on advertising, organizing, and surrogates — but less time pressing the flesh with the voters. Jonah Goldberg, National Review, "Biden’s Best Bet Is a Front-Porch Campaign," 30 Aug. 2019 The election was a continued referendum of sorts, with Vernon town voters reacting to a recent recall petition signed by more than 1,200 residents who accused Moline of misconduct in office. Jim Riccioli, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Vernon town residents overwhelmingly vote to oust village board member in recall election," 28 Aug. 2019 Those plans drew praise from activists, environmentalists and even his fellow candidates, but Inslee was unable to catch on with voters in early polls. Asia Fields, The Seattle Times, "Gov. Jay Inslee exits presidential race; opponents laud his climate-focused campaign," 22 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of voter

circa 1578, in the meaning defined above

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voter

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English Language Learners Definition of voter

: a person who votes or who has the legal right to vote

voter

noun
vot·​er | \ ˈvō-tər How to pronounce voter (audio) \

Kids Definition of voter

: a person who votes or who has the legal right to vote

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