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Gerrymandering

JER-ee-man-der-ing

/ˈdʒɛrimændərɪŋ/

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gerrymandering

Dictionary meaning

Manipulating electoral district boundaries to favor a particular party or group.

Common mispronunciations

GARE-ee-man-der-ing (named after Governor Gerry, not like the name Gary)

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