suffrage

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Noun

1. 1
   The right or chance to vote, express an opinion, or participate in a decision, especially in a democratic election.
2. 2
   The right or chance to vote, express an opinion, or participate in a decision, especially in a democratic election: The right of women to vote.
3. 3
   A vote in deciding a particular question.
4. 4
   A prayer, for example a prayer offered for the faithful dead.
5. 5
   A short petition, as those after the creed in matins and evensong.
6. 6
   Aid, intercession.
7. 7
   Testimony; attestation; witness; approval.