Definitions
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- suffix Used after a title to indicate the person who has been elected to hold the title before officially taking the position.
Etymologies
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From elect
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Examples
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Jon Corzine named Mr. Spicuzzo to the board of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, setting off a feud with Gov.-elect Chris Christie.
Sheriff Accused of Accepting Bribes Lisa Fleisher 2011
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