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Co-option   /koʊ-ˈɑpʃən/   Listen
Co-option

noun
1.
The selection of a new member (usually by a vote of the existing membership).  Synonym: co-optation.
2.
The act of appointing summarily (with or without the appointee's consent).  Synonym: co-optation.





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Words linked to "Co-option" :   naming, election, assignment, co-optation, designation, appointment, co-opt


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