sortition

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Noun sortition has 1 sense

casting lots, drawing lots, sortition - making a chance decision by using lots (straws or pebbles etc.) that are thrown or drawn
--₁ is a kind of decision, determination, conclusion

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Term: Sortition

Description:

Sortition is a method of selecting individuals for a position or role through a random process, typically by drawing lots or using a lottery system. It is a democratic and fair way to ensure equal opportunities for participation.

Possible Parts of Speech:

Noun: sortition
Verb: sortition

Possible Senses and Usages:

Noun: The act of selecting or appointing individuals through a random process.

Example Sentence: The jury was formed through a process of sortition to provide a fair trial.

Noun: A system of governance that relies on randomly chosen representatives.

Example Sentence: Sortition was used in ancient Athens to select members of the political assembly.

Verb: To select or appoint individuals randomly for a particular role or position.

Example Sentence: The committee decided to sortition a new leader for each meeting to encourage equal participation.

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