(uncountable) Rule by the people, especially as a form of government; either directly or through elected representatives (representative democracy).
(countable, government) A
government under the direct or representative rule of the
people of its jurisdiction.
(uncountable) Belief in political
freedom and equality; the "spirit of democracy".
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