canvasser
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of canvasser
First recorded in 1595–1605, for an earlier sense; 1790–1800, for the current sense; canvass ( def. ) + -er 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The "Baan Yai" rely on extensive networks of canvassers - local people who know their neighbourhoods, and who mobilise voters to support their candidate.
From BBC
She sent canvassers to knock on voters’ doors.
From Los Angeles Times
In previous city elections, the group has spent big on its favored candidates, paying for campaign materials, door-to-door canvassers and other expenses.
From Los Angeles Times
In the last few weeks, residents around the city have been flooded with fliers hung on their doors and canvassers polling them about Save Our Services.
From Los Angeles Times
On the Democratic side, the campaign used hundreds of volunteers and paid canvassers, including some who drove from San Francisco and Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times
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