Definition

The action of collecting opinions or votes from a group of people.

Example

The polling showed that most people preferred the new policy.

Conversation

Did you see the results of the latest polling on social media use?

Yeah, I was surprised by how many people prefer Instagram over Facebook.

It's interesting how polling can reveal trends like that.

Definitely! It helps us understand what everyone is into these days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To ask people for their opinions or votes on a particular issue or topic.

Example

The organization is polling the community to gather opinions on the new park design.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new app that helps with polling people's opinions?

Yeah, it sounds really interesting!

I think it's a great way to get feedback quickly and easily.

Root Explanation

Polling → It is derived from the verb 'poll' (from Middle English *polle*, meaning to cut or to trim) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). The word 'polling' refers to the action of cutting or trimming, which evolved to mean the process of voting or surveying opinions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'polling' as the action of 'trimming' or 'cutting' down choices to find out what people think.

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