ballot
noun
Originally, a ball used for secret voting. Hence: Any printed or written ticket used in voting.
The act of voting by balls or written or printed ballots or tickets; the system of voting secretly by balls or by tickets.
The whole number of votes cast at an election, or in a given territory or electoral district.
Example
- I filled out my ballot and cast my vote.
- The president is elected by ballot.
- She balloted in favor of the new proposal.