survey

²sur·vey

noun \ˈsər-ˌvā, sər-ˈ\

plural surveys

Definition of SURVEY

1

: the act or an instance of surveying: as a : a broad treatment of a subject b : poll 5a

2

: something that is surveyed

Examples of SURVEY

1. The survey found some surprising tendencies among the population.
2. We conducted an opinion survey on the issue and found that most people agree.
3. a survey on American drinking habits
4. Surveys of each department were conducted earlier this year.
5. A survey of recent corporate layoffs reveals a new trend in business management.
6. A new land survey changed the borders of their property.

First Known Use of SURVEY

1548

Related to SURVEY

Synonyms: audit, check, checkup, examination, going-over, look-see, review, scan, scrutiny, inspection, view

Related Words: analysis, assay, close-up, deconstruction, dissection; exploration, investigation, probe, research, study; inquisition, interrogation; once-over, perusal; recheck, reinspection, resurvey; observation, surveillance, watch; checkout, test-drive, trial run

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