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Poll
01
Scheitel, Oberkopf
the top of the head
02
a process in which random people are asked the same questions to find out what the general public thinks about a given subject
Example
The latest opinion poll indicates a significant shift in public opinion regarding climate change policies.
Politicians often use polls to gauge voter sentiment and shape their campaign strategies accordingly.
A nationwide poll conducted last month showed overwhelming support for stricter gun control laws.
03
(plural) the process of casting or counting votes; the place in which votes are counted or casted
04
Papagei, Sittich
a tame parrot
05
the part of the head between the ears
to poll
01
to ask people specific questions to gather their opinions or preferences on a particular subject
Transitive: to poll a group
Example
The political candidate decided to poll potential voters to understand their concerns.
The company conducted a survey to poll employees about their satisfaction with workplace conditions.
Researchers often poll a diverse group of individuals to collect data for their studies.
02
to trim the upper part of a tree or plant, usually to promote new growth
Transitive: to poll a tree or plant
Example
The gardener polled the old oak tree to encourage thicker branches.
Farmers often poll their willow trees to harvest the shoots for weaving.
She polled the rose bush in early spring to help it bloom more fully.
03
to participate in an election or decision-making process by casting a vote
Intransitive
Example
She polled early in the morning to avoid the long lines later.
Many citizens polled despite the rainy weather on election day.
He polled for the first time after turning eighteen last month.
04
to receive a specific number of votes in an election or decision-making process
Transitive: to poll a number of votes
Example
The candidate polled 10,000 votes in the local election.
He was thrilled to learn he had polled the highest number of votes in his district.
Despite their efforts, they only polled a fraction of the required votes.
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