Caucuses

/ˈkɔːkəsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of caucus: meetings of members of a political party or group to discuss issues and choose candidates or leaders.

Etymology

Plural form of caucus, from Algonquian origins. The -es suffix creates the plural form, commonly used in American political discourse, especially regarding presidential election processes.

Kelly Says

Iowa's caucuses are so famous that most people don't realize this essential democratic process is named with a word borrowed from the very Native Americans whose lands hosted early American elections.

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