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canvasser

 

[ˈkæn.və.sɚ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

political campaign

A canvasser is a person who visits individuals or households to solicit opinions or gather information, often related to political campaigns. Canvassers aim to persuade people to vote for a particular candidate or party. They may also gather data on community issues, helping to inform campaigns and policy decisions. Their work often involves door-to-door outreach, phone banking, or engagement at public events. Canvassing is a critical strategy in mobilizing voter support and assessing public sentiment.

Synonyms

campaigner, pollster, solicitor.

Examples of usage

  • The canvasser knocked on our door to discuss the upcoming election.
  • During the campaign, she worked as a canvasser, helping to register new voters.
  • The local party hired several canvassers to gather opinions on neighborhood issues.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'canvasser' comes from the 19th century and is linked to 'canvas', where it initially referred to someone who examined or evaluated.
  • The addition of the '-er' suffix indicates someone who performs the action, making it a term focused on the act of surveying or polling.

Politics

  • Canvassing is a crucial part of political campaigns, allowing candidates to gauge voter opinions and persuade them ahead of elections.
  • In the United States, volunteer canvassers have become a key strategy for grassroots movements, helping to connect communities with issues.

Social Influence

  • Studies show that direct interaction by canvassers can significantly increase voter turnout, sometimes by up to 10%.
  • Canvassing not only gathers data but also fosters community engagement, encouraging discussions on local issues and policies.

Education

  • Many organizations use canvassing as a teaching method to encourage students to research and understand civic issues better.
  • Educational programs often train young people in canvassing techniques to help them become more active in their communities.

Pop Culture

  • Canvassers have been portrayed in films and TV shows, often depicted as characters trying to sway public opinion or promote social change.
  • In protests and movements, canvassing serves as a method for activists to raise awareness, as seen in various social justice campaigns.

Translations

Translations of the word "canvasser" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coletor de votos

🇮🇳 मतदाता संग्रहक

🇩🇪 Wahlhelfer

🇮🇩 pengumpul suara

🇺🇦 агітатор

🇵🇱 ankieter

🇯🇵 キャンvァサー

🇫🇷 collecteur de voix

🇪🇸 recolector de votos

🇹🇷 oy toplayıcı

🇰🇷 유권자 수집가

🇸🇦 جامع الأصوات

🇨🇿 anketář

🇸🇰 anketár

🇨🇳 投票收集者

🇸🇮 zbiratel glasov

🇮🇸 kosningasafnari

🇰🇿 дауыс жинаушы

🇬🇪 ხმის შემომკრიბი

🇦🇿 səs toplayan

🇲🇽 recolector de votos

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,223, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.