suffrage
IPA: sˈʌfrɪdʒ
noun
- (uncountable) The right or chance to vote, express an opinion, or participate in a decision, especially in a democratic election.
- (US) The right of women to vote.
- (countable) A vote in deciding a particular question.
- (countable, Christianity) A prayer, for example a prayer offered for the faithful dead.
- (countable, Christianity) A short petition, as those after the creed in matins and evensong.
- (uncountable) Aid, intercession.
- Testimony; attestation; witness; approval.
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Examples of "suffrage" in Sentences
- Women fought tirelessly for suffrage, finally gaining the right to vote in 1920
- The suffrage movement was a critical turning point in American history
- Suffrage is a fundamental right that should be afforded to all citizens
- Many countries have made strides in expanding suffrage to marginalized communities
- The fight for suffrage continues to be a key issue in the fight for equality
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