campaign

campaign has 12 senses in the JumbleFix dictionary. Letters: 8.

Definitions

• n.. An open field; a large, open plain without considerable hills. SeeChampaign.
• n.. A connected series of military operations forming a distinct stage in a war; the time during which an army keeps the field.
• n.. Political operations preceding an election; a canvass.
• n.. The period during which a blast furnace is continuously in operation.
• v. i.. To serve in a campaign.
• n.. an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
• n.. a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end; "he supported populist campaigns"; "they worked in the cause of world peace"; "the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant"; "the movement to end slavery"; "contributed to the war effort"
• n.. several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
• n.. a race between candidates for elective office; "I managed his campaign for governor"; "he is raising money for a Senate run"
• v.. go on a campaign; go off to war
• v.. run, stand, or compete for an office or a position; "Who's running for treasurer this year?"
• v.. exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for; "The liberal party pushed for reforms"; "She is crusading for women's rights"; "The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate"