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Meaning of the word poll in English

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poll

US /poʊl/
UK /poʊl/
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Noun

1.

the process of questioning people to get information about general opinion

Example:
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A recent poll shows that public support for the new policy is declining.
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We conducted a quick poll among our customers to gather feedback.
Synonym:
surveyopinion pollcanvassreferendum
2.

the casting or recording of votes in an election

Example:
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The election polls will close at 8 PM.
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Voters headed to the polls early in the morning.
Synonym:
voteballotelection

Verb

1.

to record the opinion or vote of

Example:
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The organization decided to poll its members on the proposed changes.
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They will poll the entire student body to get their views on the new cafeteria menu.
Synonym:
surveycanvassquestioninterview
2.

to receive votes

Example:
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The candidate managed to poll a significant number of votes in the rural areas.
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She is expected to poll well in the upcoming election.
Synonym:
voteregistercast a vote
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Related Word:
opinion pollstraw poll