voter

noun

vot·​er ˈvō-tər How to pronounce voter (audio)
Synonyms of voternext
: one that votes or has the legal right to vote

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Still, Van Hollen emphasized that voters want policies that go beyond new government social programs. Jeff Stein The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 6 Mar. 2026 Endorsement for McFadden and loyal support An Observer analysis found that the whiter the precinct’s eligible voter pool, the more votes went against McFadden. Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026 The results reveal a disconnect in how people in power have approached the AI race and how voters feel about it. Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 6 Mar. 2026 Its visual identity clearly made a lasting impression on branch voters. Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for voter

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1600, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of voter was circa 1600

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“Voter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/voter. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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voter

noun
vot·​er ˈvōt-ər How to pronounce voter (audio)
: one that votes or has the legal right to vote

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