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turnout

n. C / U
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈtɝˌnaʊt// UK //tˈɜːnaʊt// turnout Archaic

n. the number of people who show up for an event, especially to vote in an election.

n. the number of people attending or participating in an event, particularly the proportion of a population that casts a vote in an election.


SIMPLE

The high voter turnout surprised the local politicians.

CONTEXTUAL

Despite the heavy rain, the turnout for the outdoor concert was much higher than the organisers expected.

COMPLEX

Political analysts suggest that a low turnout among younger demographics could significantly alter the projected outcome of the upcoming referendum.

Synonyms
Origin

Deverbal from turn out.

Usage

Commonly used with 'high', 'low', or 'poor'. When referring to the act of voting, it is typically uncountable.

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