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    Electo (en. Elect)

    /eˈlek.to/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Designated by popular vote or by a competent authority.
    The elected president will take office in January.
    El presidente electo asumirá el cargo en enero.
    One who has received votes to occupy a position but has not yet taken possession of it.
    The elected representatives will attend an investiture ceremony.
    Los representantes electos asistirán a una ceremonia de investidura.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'electus', past participle of 'elegere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    handpicked elect
    A person chosen without the popular voting process.
    electo a dedo
    elected president
    A person who has been elected to the presidency but has not yet taken office.
    presidente electo
    elected candidate
    A person who has been chosen as a candidate for a position.
    candidato electo

    Related Words

    election
    Process through which someone is elected to a position.
    elección
    vote
    Expression of an opinion in an election.
    voto
    candidate
    A person running for a position.
    candidato

    Slang Meanings

    Handpicked elect
    The new manager was handpicked by the director.
    El nuevo gerente fue electo a dedo por el director.
    Popular elect
    The popular elect has strong backing from the public.
    El electo popular tiene un gran respaldo de la ciudadanía.