The difference between Ballot and Ballot paper
When used as nouns, ballot means originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote, whereas ballot paper means a voting form.
Ballot is also verb with the meaning: to vote or decide by ballot.
check bellow for the other definitions of Ballot and Ballot paper
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Ballot as a noun:
Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote.
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Ballot as a noun:
The process of voting, especially in secret; a round of voting.
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Ballot as a noun:
The total of all the votes cast in an election.
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Ballot as a noun (chiefly, US):
A list of candidates running for office; a ticket.
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Ballot as a verb:
To vote or decide by ballot.
Examples:
"to ballot for a candidate"
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Ballot as a verb:
To draw lots.
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Ballot paper as a noun:
A voting form; the paper upon which a vote is cast during a ballot.