Meaning & Definition of word "Campaign"

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    Campaign

    /kæmˈpeɪn/

    noun:

    • 1. A series of planned activities or actions, usually aimed at achieving a specific goal or objective.
      • Example: The organization's campaign to raise awareness about climate change has garnered significant media attention.
    • 2. An organized effort to influence decision-making within a specific group.
      • Example: The political campaign aimed to persuade voters to support the candidate in the upcoming election.
    • 3. A military operation or series of operations intended to achieve a particular objective.
      • Example: The general outlined his strategy for the campaign in the region during the briefing.

    verb:

    • 1. To conduct or engage in a campaign; to participate in a planned series of activities.
      • Example: The team will campaign for the new product launch starting next month.
    • 2. To run for political office or to support a candidate in an election.
      • Example: She decided to campaign for the local council position this year.

    Etymology

    From French 'campagne', from Latin 'campania' meaning 'open country, level land'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    election campaign:

    A campaign aimed at influencing the electorate's voting decision.

    ad campaign:

    A series of advertisements promoting a product or service.

    public awareness campaign:

    An organized effort to raise awareness regarding an issue.

    Related Words

    candidate:

    A person who is nominated for election.

    advertisement:

    A public promotion of a product or service.

    military:

    Relating to soldiers or armed forces.

    Slang Meanings of campaign

    Meaning: Going on a campaign trail.

    Example Sentence: He's been on the campaign trail for weeks, shaking hands and kissing babies.

    Meaning: Hitting the campaign.

    Example Sentence: We're hitting the campaign hard this week to get more volunteers.