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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

gerrymander

/ˈdʒɛrɪmændər/ verb · British & US
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What does gerrymander mean?

verb

To manipulate electoral district boundaries for political gain, especially by dividing a large area of support for one party among multiple districts to reduce the party's overall representation.

Example

"The politician was accused of gerrymandering the district lines to ensure his party's victory."

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