The phrase "official count" refers to the accurate and final number of something given by a reliable authority. It means that the count or tally provided is the correct and accepted record. Full definition
The final numbers won't be official until this week when election officials count write - in numbers. (newsday.com)
At last official count there are a minimum of 20 named dive sites in the southern waters of Belize, off Placencia, bursting with untouched coral and abundant fish life. (chabilmarvillas.com)
LaLota said the count will be suspended Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving and will resume Monday with officials counting ballots cast in the final 28 election districts in Brookhaven. (newsday.com)