(chiefly UK) A majority in a vote that reaches a preset threshold value significantly larger than 50%, such as ²⁄₃, often required instead of a simple majority for reaching a decision; particularly on important matters, such as modifying the bylaws of an association.

plural of working majority

(competitive fighting) an outcome in several full-contact combat sports where the majority of judges (usually two out of three) agree that neither fighter won, while the third judge indicates one fighter being the clear winner on his/her scorecard.

A decision that gains the acceptance of the majority of voters in a decision-making body, such as a parliament, municipal council or shareholders' meeting.

plural of major-general

(UK) Synonym of plurality: The largest share of the item being counted. / (Canada, US) Synonym of absolute majority: More than half of the item being counted.

(music) The major key with C as its tonic, and no sharps or flats, having the notes C, D, E, F, G, A, and B. / (music) The major chord with a root of C.

(music) The major key with the notes D, E, F♯, G, A, B, and C♯, the key signature of which has two sharps. / (music) The major chord with a root of D.

(music) The major key with the notes G, A, B, C, D, E, F♯, the key signature of which has one sharp. / (music) The major chord with a root of G.

(music) The major key with the notes F, G, A, B♭, C, D, E, the key signature of which has one flat. / (music) The major chord with a root of F.