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A vote given in deciding a controverted question, or in the choice of a man for an office or trust; the formal expression of an opinion; assent; vote.

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  1. n. A vote given in deciding a controverted question, or in the choice of a man for an office or trust; the formal expression of an opinion; assent; vote.
  2. n. Testimony; attestation; witness; approval.
  3. n. A short petition, as those after the creed in matins and evensong.
  4. n. A prayer in general, as one offered for the faithful departed.
  5. n. Aid; assistance.
  6. n. The right to vote; franchise.
  7. v. t. To vote for; to elect.
  8. n. a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment
  9. n:100 n a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment