plebiscite — A direct vote by the electorate on an important public question such as a change in the constitution
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A direct vote by the electorate on an important public question such as a change in the constitution
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈplɛbɪˌsaɪt/
Example Sentences
- The pizza company held a plebiscite to decide the next topping flavor.
- Brexit was decided through a plebiscite in the United Kingdom.
- Students demanded a plebiscite on whether to ban pineapple pizza in the cafeteria.
plebiscite
NOUN[/ˈplɛbɪˌsaɪt/]
A direct vote by the electorate on an important public question such as a change in the constitution
Citizens line up at booths to vote in a national plebiscite on independence.
A plebiscite brings truth to sight, securing every citizen's right!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from ancient Rome, where plebeians (plebs) gathered to make collective decisions through voting. Unlike the aristocratic Senate, this was a democratic method of directly hearing the opinions of ordinary citizens.
Breakdown
plebs (commoners, the common people) + scitum (decree, decision, from sciscere meaning to vote or decide) → plebiscitum (decree of the plebs).
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📝Examples
“The pizza company held a plebiscite to decide the next topping flavor.”
“Brexit was decided through a plebiscite in the United Kingdom.”
“Students demanded a plebiscite on whether to ban pineapple pizza in the cafeteria.”
“The regional plebiscite will determine the future of local autonomy.”
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