multi-member district electoral system
A system where multiple representatives are elected from a single electoral district. Contrasts with 小選挙区制 (single-member district system).
See also: 小選挙区制
In Japanese House of Representatives elections, a multi-member district system was once used.
大選挙区制では、有権者は複数の候補者に投票できる。
Under a multi-member district system, voters can cast ballots for multiple candidates.