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plebiscite in Malay

plebisit

/ˈplɛbɪsaɪt/US/ˈplɛbəˌsaɪt/

plebiscite in Malay: plebisit. In English, plebiscite means a direct popular vote on an issue of public importance, such as an amendment to the constitution, a change in the sovereignty of the nation, or some government policy.

Malay words for plebiscite

direct popular vote on an issue of public importance — see also referendum
plebisit

English meaning of plebiscite

  1. noun A direct popular vote on an issue of public importance, such as an amendment to the constitution, a change in the sovereignty of the nation, or some government policy.
  2. noun An expression of the public's views on an issue, whether legally binding or not.
  3. noun Synonym of plebiscitum (“a law enacted by the common people, under the superintendence of a tribune or some subordinate plebeian magistrate, without the intervention of the senate”).

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Questions about plebiscite in Malay

What is the meaning of plebiscite in Malay?
Plebiscite in Malay is plebisit.
Apakah maksud plebiscite dalam bahasa Melayu?
Plebiscite: plebisit.
What does plebiscite mean in English?
Plebiscite means a direct popular vote on an issue of public importance, such as an amendment to the constitution, a change in the sovereignty of the nation, or some government policy.

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