noun A small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote.
noun The process of voting, especially in secret; a round of voting.
noun The total of all the votes cast in an election.
noun A list of candidates running for office; a ticket.
verb To vote or decide by ballot.
to ballot for a candidate
verb To draw lots.
verb To invite to vote on a proposal.
The trade union balloted its members for strike action.