referendum

Meaning

1. A direct popular vote on a proposed law or constitutional amendment. (The adposition on is usually used before the related subject of the vote.)
2. An action, choice, etc., which is perceived as passing judgment on another matter.

Concepts

referendum

plebiscite

vote

poll

popular vote

public opinion

polling

ballot

franchise

suffrage

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˌɹɛfəˈɹɛndəm/

Etymology

From Latin referendum (“that which ought to be announced”), from refero (“I announce”).

Sentences

The referendum did not provide how the reduction of members was to occur .