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canvass

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Verb — To go around asking people for their opinions, support, or votes.

How to use canvass

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

canvass voters canvass the neighborhood door-to-door canvass

Etymology

Derived from "canvas" (the cloth) — originally meaning to toss someone in a canvas sheet, which extended over time to mean thoroughly testing or examining, and eventually came to mean seeking political support.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “canvass” mean?

The word “canvass” means to go around asking people for their opinions, support, or votes. In plain terms, to go door-to-door or ask around gathering opinions, support, or votes.

How do you pronounce “canvass”?

“Canvass” is pronounced KAN-vuhs (/ˈkænvəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “canvass” in a sentence?

Here is “canvass” used in a sentence: “Volunteers canvassed the neighborhood before the election.”

What part of speech is “canvass”?

Depending on how it is used, “canvass” can be a verb and a noun.

How many meanings does “canvass” have?

“Canvass” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to go around asking people for their opinions, support, or votes.

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