English Explanatory Dictionary

hustings

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A platform where candidates in an election give speeches; a husting.
  2. An election campaign.
  3. A debate during an election campaign where the public can question some or all of the candidates.
noun
  1. plural of husting

Pronunciation

/ˈhʌstɪŋz/

Word forms

hustings

Etymology

Originally the plural of husting, later construed as a singular.

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