Censusing: meaning, definitions and examples
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censusing
[ ˈsɛn.səs.ɪŋ ]
collecting data
Censusing refers to the process of conducting a census, which is an official count or survey of a population. This process involves collecting data on various characteristics, such as age, gender, occupation, and more, typically conducted at regular intervals. The collected data is used for statistical purposes, policy-making, and resource allocation.
Synonyms
counting, enumerating, surveying.
Examples of usage
- The government is censusing its citizens every ten years.
- Censusing wildlife populations helps in conservation efforts.
- The new law requires organizations to participate in censusing their members.
Translations
Translations of the word "censusing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 censo
🇮🇳 जनगणना
🇩🇪 Volkszählung
🇮🇩 sensus
🇺🇦 перепис
🇵🇱 spis
🇯🇵 国勢調査
🇫🇷 recensement
🇪🇸 censo
🇹🇷 nüfus sayımı
🇰🇷 인구 조사
🇸🇦 تعداد السكان
🇨🇿 sčítání
🇸🇰 sčítanie
🇨🇳 普查
🇸🇮 popis
🇮🇸 mannfjölda
🇰🇿 санақ
🇬🇪 საქმიანობა
🇦🇿 sayım
🇲🇽 censo
Etymology
The term 'censusing' derives from the Latin word 'census', which originally referred to the process of assessing the population of Rome for taxation and military purposes. The practice dates back to ancient times, and in the Roman Empire, the census was conducted every five years to ensure accurate records of citizens. Over time, the concept expanded beyond taxation to include various demographic data collection, evolving into a crucial tool for governments and organizations to understand trends and needs within their populations. The modern usage of the term encompasses the systematic collection and analysis of data across various fields, emphasizing its importance in informed decision-making.