a. [ Cf. F. électif. ]
The independent use of their elective franchise. Bancroft. [ 1913 Webster ]
Kings of Rome were at first elective; . . . for such are the conditions of an elective kingdom. Dryden. [ 1913 Webster ]
Elective affinity
Elective attraction
n. In an American college, an optional study or course of study; a course that is not required. [ Colloq. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. In an elective manner; by choice. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. surgery that is not essential, especially surgery to correct a condition that is not life-threatening; surgery that is not required for survival. See also