Synonyms for canvass
17 synonyms found - words and phrases with similiar meaning. Definitionnoun
- a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel
- a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)
- a tent made of canvas fabric
- an oil painting on canvas fabric
- an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people
- the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account
- the mat that forms the floor of the ring in which boxers or professional wrestlers compete
verb
- consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
- get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions
- solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign