party list
The term "party list" is primarily used in electoral systems to refer to a method of voting and candidate selection, but it can also mean a list of guests for a social gathering.
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Definition
C1Elections
(technical, formal)A ranked list of candidates submitted by a political group, used to determine who gets elected based on the group's total votes.
Example
- In the recent elections, the party list system ensured that smaller parties received representation proportional to their vote share.
A2Social Events
(informal)A list of individuals invited to a social gathering.
Example
- She checked the party list to make sure she hadn't forgotten anyone.
Similar
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