Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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assay | Yes | No | Yes | No |
canvass | Yes | No | Yes | No |
assay (noun) | canvass (noun) |
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a quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the presence or concentration of infectious agents or antibodies etc. | a heavy, closely woven fabric |
an appraisal of the state of affairs | the mat that forms the floor of the ring in which boxers or professional wrestlers compete |
a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance | a tent made of canvas fabric |
a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components | a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel |
an oil painting on canvas fabric | |
an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people | |
the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account |
assay (verb) | canvass (verb) |
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analyze (chemical substances) | consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning |
make an effort or attempt | solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign |
get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions |