Plurality
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(in an election with more than 2 options) the number of votes for the candidate or party receiving the greatest number (but less that half of the votes)
Framework senses
- §1
- (in an election with more than 2 options) the number of votes for the candidate or party receiving the greatest number (but less that half of the votes)
- §2
- a large indefinite number
- §3
- the state of being plural