Borda-count Definition

noun

A voting system in which voters rank candidates in order of preference and points are awarded to candidates based these rankings. The winning candidate is one with the most points.

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Other Word Forms of Borda-count

Noun

Singular:
borda-count
Plural:
borda-counts

Origin of Borda-count

  • Named after Jean-Charles de Borda who devised the system in 1781, although it is claimed he was proceeded by Nicholas of Cusa.

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