remote vote

[rɪˈmoʊt voʊt]
nounpl: remote votes
voto remoto
1. A vote cast by a person who is not physically present at the polling location, typically conducted through mail, email, telephone, or electronic means
During the pandemic, many states expanded remote vote options to ensure voter safety.
Durante a pandemia, muitos estados expandiram as opções de voto remoto para garantir a segurança dos eleitores.
2. In institutional or organizational contexts, a vote submitted by a member who cannot attend the voting session in person
The board approved the proposal through remote vote since several directors were traveling.
O conselho aprovou a proposta através de voto remoto, pois vários diretores estavam viajando.
Remote voting became significantly more prominent in both the USA and Brazil following the COVID-19 pandemic. In the United States, remote voting practices vary by state and include mail-in ballots and absentee voting systems. In Brazil, while electronic voting has been standard since 1996, remote voting options for those unable to vote at their designated polling location are more limited and strictly regulated. The term reflects evolving democratic practices regarding accessibility and voter participation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
absentee votemail-in votedistance votingelectronic votingproxy vote
Antonyms / Antônimos
in-person votedirect votepolling place vote

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
voto remoto
Standard term used in official contexts and legislation
General Brazilian
votação à distância
Alternative formal expression meaning 'distance voting'
São Paulo
voto eletrônico remoto
Emphasizes electronic component of remote voting
Portugal
voto remoto
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; less commonly implemented in Portuguese elections

Related Words

absentee ballotmail-in ballotearly votingelectronic voting systempolling locationvoter registrationballot

Related Idioms & Phrases

cast a remote vote
exercise remote voting rights
submit a remote vote
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