What is the meaning of elected?

verb

  • Select by a vote for an office or membership.
    • usage: "We elected him chairman of the board"
  • Choose.
    • usage: "I elected to have my funds deposited automatically"

adjective

  • Subject to popular election.
    • usage: "elective official"
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