verb To thoroughly examine or investigate (something) physically or by discussion; to debate, to gather opinion, to scrutinize. To scrutinize (the ballot in an election or the votes cast) and reject irregular votes; also, to challenge or dispute (an election result). To seek or solicit donations, information, opinions, support, etc. from (people or a place)
The police are canvassing the neighbourhood for information about the missing child.
verb To thoroughly examine or investigate (something) physically or by discussion; to debate, to gather opinion, to scrutinize.
verb To scrutinize (the ballot in an election or the votes cast) and reject irregular votes; also, to challenge or dispute (an election result).
verb To seek or solicit donations, information, opinions, support, etc. from (people or a place)
The police are canvassing the neighbourhood for information about the missing child.
verb To seek the support of (voters or a constituency) in a forthcoming election or poll through personal solicitation or public addresses.
The electoral candidate canvassed the district for votes.
verb To toss (someone) in a (canvas) sheet for fun or as a punishment; to blanket. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller} To batter, beat, or thrash (someone or something). To assail or attack (someone or something). To severely criticize (a person, a written work, etc.).
verb To toss (someone) in a (canvas) sheet for fun or as a punishment; to blanket. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
verb To batter, beat, or thrash (someone or something).