to canvass
01
to seek or gather opinions by asking questions or conducting a survey
例子
We need to canvass local businesses to understand their needs.
02
to study or discuss something in detail to discover its meaning or essential features
例子
Scholars are canvassing the text to uncover hidden themes.
03
to actively seek support or votes, especially during an election campaign
例子
She is canvassing voters in the local district this week.
Canvass
01
a heavy, tightly woven fabric used for clothing, upholstery, tents, or sails
例子
The chair was covered in dark green canvass for durability.
02
the mat forming the floor of a boxing or wrestling ring
例子
The referee inspected the canvass for any damage.
03
a tent that is made from canvas fabric
例子
Soldiers pitched a canvass near the river for the night.
04
a large piece of canvas used as a sail on a boat or ship
例子
He repaired the torn canvass before the next voyage.
05
an oil painting that is done on canvas fabric
例子
A series of colorful canvasses lined the studio walls.
06
a survey of opinions from a group of people
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A canvass showed strong support for the new policy.
07
the setting in which a story, play, or other narrative takes place
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The novel used the city as its canvass for unfolding drama.
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