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American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
- n. The postelection practice of rewarding loyal supporters of the winning candidates and party with appointive public offices.
WordNet 3.0
- n. the system of employing and promoting civil servants who are friends and supporters of the group in power
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