elective

選択的手術

Surgery that is scheduled in advance because it does not involve a medical emergency.

緊急医療を伴わないため、事前に予定される手術。

An optional course of study that a student can choose.

公選職

A public position for which the holder is chosen in an election.

選挙によって選ばれる公職。

An abortion that is chosen by the woman for non-medical reasons.