v. t.
I have made careful search on all hands, and canvassed the matter with all possible diligence. Woodward. [ 1913 Webster ]
An opinion that we are likely soon to canvass. Sir W. Hamilton. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. i. To search thoroughly; to engage in solicitation by traversing a district;
n.
No previous canvass was made for me. Burke. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who canvasses. [ 1913 Webster ]