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referendum
[ ref-uh-ren-duhm ]
noun
- the principle or practice of referring measures proposed or passed by a legislative body, head of state, etc., to the vote of the electorate for approval or rejection. Compare initiative ( def 4a ).
- a measure thus referred.
- a vote on such a measure.
referendum
/ ˌɛəˈɛԻə /
noun
- submission of an issue of public importance to the direct vote of the electorate
- a vote on such a measure
- a poll of the members of a club, union, or other group to determine their views on some matter
- a diplomatic official's note to his government requesting instructions
referendum
1- A direct popular vote on an issue of public policy, such as a proposed amendment to a state constitution or a proposed law. Referendums, which allow the general population to participate in policymaking, are not used at the national level, but are common at the state and local levels. A referendum is often used to gauge popular approval or rejection of laws recently passed or under consideration by a state legislature. A referendum can also be used to initiate legislative action.
referendum
2- A vote by the general public, rather than by governmental bodies, on a bill or some other important issue; a plebiscite . ( See under “American Politics.” )
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of referendum1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of referendum1
Example Sentences
Since 2009, Greenland has had the right to call an independence referendum, though in recent years some political parties have begun pushing more for one.
He made the race a referendum on himself, even turning up in person on Sunday to tell people that it would be the end of America if the liberal won.
The result won't just be a referendum on Trump's presidency so far, but will test Musk's reputation as a kingmaker in American politics.
The Scottish independence referendum was the focus on 1 April 2014, with the Daily Express, the Daily Mail, the Sun and the Guardian all publishing prank stories that year.
Wisconsin's Supreme Court race is being seen by political watchers as a referendum on Trump's second term, just months after his inauguration.
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