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