Canvasing: meaning, definitions and examples

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canvasing

 

[ หˆkรฆn.vษ™s.ษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

public opinion

Canvassing refers to the act of soliciting votes or opinions from individuals, often in the context of political elections. It involves reaching out to potential voters, asking for their support, and gathering feedback about their preferences and concerns. This process can occur door-to-door or through various communication methods. Canvassing is essential for candidates to understand their constituents' needs and to tailor their campaigns accordingly.

Synonyms

polling, soliciting, surveying.

Examples of usage

  • The campaign team went canvassing in the neighborhood.
  • They spent the weekend canvassing for votes before the election.
  • Canvassing allows politicians to connect with their constituents directly.
  • Volunteers are canvassing to gather opinions on the proposed policy change.
Context #2 | Verb

market research

In the context of market research, canvassing involves collecting information from a targeted group to gain insights into consumer preferences and behaviors. Businesses often canvas their customers to understand what products or services they are interested in and to gather feedback on existing offerings. This helps companies make informed decisions about marketing strategies and product development.

Synonyms

interviewing, questioning, surveying.

Examples of usage

  • The company is canvassing its customers to improve service.
  • We are canvassing potential clients to assess market demand.
  • Effective canvassing can lead to valuable customer insights.
  • She is canvassing local businesses for their opinions on the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "canvasing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น canvassing

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคคเคฆเคพเคคเคพ เคธเคฐเฅเคตเฅ‡เค•เฅเคทเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wahlwerbung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penggalangan suara

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะณั–ั‚ะฐั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ankieta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ญใƒฃใƒณvใ‚กใ‚ทใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sondage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sondeo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท seรงim kampanyasฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ ๊ฑฐ ์บ ํŽ˜์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุณุชุทู„ุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ anketa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ anketa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹‰็ฅจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ anketa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kosningakannanir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะฐัƒั‹ั ะฑะตั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒœแƒญแƒ˜แƒกแƒงแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™svermษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ encuesta

Etymology

The term 'canvass' has its origins in the early 17th century, derived from the word 'canvas', which referred to the cloth used for tent making and transport. Originally, it referred to the act of covering or inspecting a canvas or tent. Over time, its meaning evolved in the political context where it began to imply the act of examining public opinion by going from person to person, akin to the process of setting up a tent for gatherings. Usage of 'canvassing' in political contexts gained momentum in the 19th century with the rise of democratic practices, where candidates relied on direct engagement with voters to gain support. The action of canvassing has since become integral to electoral processes, contributing to campaign strategies and facilitating a deeper understanding of voters' interests and concerns.