campaign (n.)

  1. a race between candidates for elective office; I managed his campaign for governor; he is raising money for a Senate run

    [ Syn: political campaign , run ]

  2. 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

    [ Syn: cause , crusade , drive , movement , effort ]

  3. several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)

    [ Syn: military campaign ]

  4. an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)

    [ Syn: hunting expedition , safari ]

    campaign (v.)

  1. run, stand, or compete for an office or a position; Whos running for treasurer this year?

    [ Syn: run ]

  2. 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 womens rights; The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate

    [ Syn: crusade , fight , press , push , agitate ]

  3. go on a campaign; go off to war

    [ Syn: take the field ]

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