survey
/ˈsɜːveɪ/US /ˈsɝveɪ/survey
NOUNDefinition of survey
A survey is a broad look at a topic or place.
Example: Before looking for a job, he did a survey of the companies in the area.
A survey is a formal way to gather data by asking question of people: a questionnaire.
Example: The Architects' Journal conducted a survey of its readers to find what were considered the best modern buildings in Britain.
A land survey involves photographing and measuring the land to make a map of it.
Example: Before building the train tunnel, extensive geological surveys were carried out on the British side of the Channel.
A survey paper/book is a general description of a topic, often introductory.
A survey is the act of reading a broad range of books and articles on a particular subject.
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EXAMPLESExamples of survey
Before looking for a job, he did a survey of the companies in the area.
Example sentenceThe Architects' Journal conducted a survey of its readers to find what were considered the best modern buildings in Britain.
Example sentenceThe results of a recent survey by Lianhe Zaobao show that 70% of all respondents think that Singapore is an ideal place for retirement.
Example sentenceBefore building the train tunnel, extensive geological surveys were carried out on the British side of the Channel.
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