poll

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pl: pollspast: polledpp: polleding: pollingcomp: nullsup: null

This term carries a strong association with democratic processes and statistical data. It suggests a snapshot of a collective mood at a specific moment in time, often used in political or market research to predict future outcomes. While a survey can be broad and academic, a poll is typically more focused, often asking a single question or a small set of specific questions to gauge a trend. It evokes the image of a tally or a head-count.

Countable when referring to the specific survey event or the document containing results. Uncountable when referring to the general act of polling the population.

Meanings

Noun

[something]

A sampling or survey of public opinion.

"The latest poll shows a surge in support for the candidate."

Transitive Verb

[someone]

To record the opinion or vote of a group of people.

"The agency polled a thousand voters across the state."

Intransitive Verb

[doing]

To conduct a survey of opinions.

"The company is polling the employees regarding the new policy."

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