noun
Refers to an election for the president of a political party or organization. Often used in the context of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership race.
自民党の総裁選は来月行われる予定だ。
The LDP presidential election is scheduled to be held next month.
総裁選に出
He announced his intention to run in the presidential election.
Compound of 総裁 (president, party leader) and 選 (election, selection).