·noun In an American college, an optional study or course of study.
II. Elective ·adj Exerting the power of choice; selecting; as, an elective act.
III. Elective ·adj Pertaining to, or consisting in, choice, or right of choosing; electoral.
IV. Elective ·adj Dependent on choice; bestowed or passing by election; as, an elective study; an elective office.