Write-in — synonyms, definition

1. write-in (Noun)

write-in candidate

write-in (Noun) — A candidate for public office whose name does not appear on the ballot and so must be written on the ballot by the voters.

write-in (Noun) — A vote cast by writing in the name of a candidate who is not listed on the ballot.

ballot balloting campaigner candidate nominee vote voting

2. write-in (Verb)

write-in (Verb) — Cast a vote by inserting a name that does not appear on the ballot. ex. "Many voters wrote in the names of strangers"

write-in (Verb) — Write to an organization. ex. "Many listeners wrote in after the controversial radio program"

vote write