votingpaddle

noun
UK /ˈvəʊtɪŋ ˌpædəl/
US /ˈvoʊtɪŋ ˌpædəl/

A small flat sign you hold up to show your choice in a vote.

Each student raised a voting paddle to pick the class pet.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A numbered paddle used by bidders at an auction to signal their bids.

She lifted her voting paddle to bid on the old painting.

3. A paddle-shaped card used by delegates at a meeting to cast a formal vote.

The delegate raised her voting paddle to oppose the motion.

4. A handheld sign used by audience members to vote in a TV or game show.

The contestant's voting paddle showed a big green check.