Meaning Of The Word Elective

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What's The Definition Of Elective?

elective
An elective post or committee is one to which people are appointed as a result of winning an election.

elective in American English
filled by election
adjective: pertaining to the principle of electing to an office, position, etc.
noun: an optional study; a course that a student may select from among alternatives

elective in British English
adjective: of or based on selection by vote
noun: an optional course or hospital placement undertaken by a medical student

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