elec·tion 
/ɪˈlɛkʃən/ noun
plural elec·tions /ɪˈlɛkʃən/ noun [count] 1 : the act or process of choosing someone for a public office by voting
▪ a presidential/gubernatorial election ▪ He's favored to win the election. — often used before another noun ▪ The election results are in. ▪ (US) Today is election day. [=(Brit) polling day] — see also general election 2 : the fact of being elected
▪ The scandal may affect his chances for election. ▪ Her election to the Senate was a surprise to many.
▪ a presidential/gubernatorial election ▪ He's favored to win the election. — often used before another noun ▪ The election results are in. ▪ (US) Today is election day. [=(Brit) polling day] — see also general election
▪ The scandal may affect his chances for election. ▪ Her election to the Senate was a surprise to many.
