Canvass
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Canvass
Verb
- To thoroughly examine or investigate (something) physically or by discussion; to debate, to gather opinion, to scrutinize. To scrutinize (the ballot in an election or the votes cast) and reject irregular votes; also, to challenge or dispute (an election result). To seek or solicit donations, information, opinions, support, etc. from (people or a place)
"The police are canvassing the neighbourhood for information about the missing child."
- To thoroughly examine or investigate (something) physically or by discussion; to debate, to gather opinion, to scrutinize.
- To scrutinize (the ballot in an election or the votes cast) and reject irregular votes; also, to challenge or dispute (an election result).
- To seek or solicit donations, information, opinions, support, etc. from (people or a place)
"The police are canvassing the neighbourhood for information about the missing child."
- To seek the support of (voters or a constituency) in a forthcoming election or poll through personal solicitation or public addresses.
"The electoral candidate canvassed the district for votes."
Noun
- A seeking or solicitation of donations, information, opinions, support, etc.
- A seeking or solicitation, or determination, of support or favourable votes in a forthcoming election or poll.
- A scrutiny of the votes cast in an election to reject irregular votes; also, a tally, audit, and certification of votes.
- A thorough discussion or investigation. (Possibly; the meaning is unclear.) Rejection (at an election, of a suit, etc.).
- A thorough discussion or investigation. (Possibly; the meaning is unclear.)