elect
Pronunciation:
/iːˈlɛkt/noun
Definitions
One chosen or set apart.
In Calvinist theology, one foreordained to Heaven. In other Christian theologies, someone chosen by God for salvation.
verb
Definitions
To choose or make a decision (to do something)
To choose (a candidate) in an election
adjective
Definitions
Who has been elected in a specified post, but has not yet entered office.
Example: He is the President elect.
Chosen; taken by preference from among two or more.