caucus (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːkəs/
Definition
A meeting of the members of a particular political party, or a faction within it, to select candidates or decide policy.
Examples
The Iowa caucuses are the first major test for presidential candidates.
Republicans held a caucus to choose their nominee for governor.
The senator was known for his persuasive speeches during party caucuses.
How to Use caucus
- caucus for (prepositional phrase)
- To meet in a caucus to decide on or support something. — "The delegates caucused for the candidate who best represented their interests."
- caucus on (prepositional phrase)
- To discuss or decide on a specific issue within a caucus meeting. — "The committee caucused on the details of the new policy."
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