Meaning & Definition of word "Census"
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Census
/ˈsɛn.səs/
noun:
- 1. An official process of counting the population, typically including the collection of demographic data.
- Example: The census was conducted every ten years to gather accurate population data.
- 2. A survey or count of a specific group or entity.
- Example: The school district performed a census of all the students enrolled in the district.
- 3. A systematic enumeration or survey of a population, often used for political representation or resource allocation.
- Example: Results from the census are crucial for determining the number of congressional seats each state receives.
- 4. The act of taking a census.
- Example: The government announced the date for the next national census.
Etymology
Latin 'census', meaning 'tax, assessment'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Census Bureau:
The U.S. agency that collects and publishes data about the population.
Decennial census:
A census conducted every ten years.
Population census:
A census that counts the entire population of a given area.
Related Words
enumeration:
The act of counting or listing items, often in a systematic way.
demography:
The statistical study of populations, including the structure, distribution, and trends in population.
Slang Meanings of census
Meaning: Count or tally of people in a casual context.
Example Sentence: Let's do a quick census of how many friends are coming to the party.
Meaning: Figurative use to describe any group assessment.
Example Sentence: She ran a census on who preferred pizza over burgers.