1. a detailed study or investigation of something
2. a set of questions asked to collect information from people
3. the measurement and mapping of land boundaries and features

1. to examine or investigate something carefully
2. to ask people questions to collect information
3. to measure and map land

Examples

• The company conducted a survey of customer satisfaction.
• Please fill out this brief survey about your shopping habits.
• The land survey showed the exact property boundaries.
• Scientists will survey the damage caused by the earthquake.
• We surveyed 500 people about their voting preferences.
• Engineers surveyed the area before building the new highway.
• The survey results indicated strong support for the proposal.
• They hired a professional to survey the property before purchase.