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Meanings
1
voter; constituent; elector
General term for a person who votes in an election. Used in both domestic and international contexts.
Voters cast their ballots at the polling station.
Many constituents are demanding a change in policy.
2
presidential elector (US); member of the Electoral College
Specifically refers to a member of the U.S. Electoral College who formally elects the president and vice president.
In the United States, electors formally choose the president.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が選挙人として登録されるto be registered as a voter/elector
Once you turn 18, you are registered as an elector.
- 選挙人団が〈人〉を選出するthe Electoral College elects someone
The Electoral College elects the president.