English · Culture & Society

campaign

/kæmˈpeɪn/

[/kæmˈpeɪn/]

organized effort for a goal

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A series of organized actions aimed at achieving a particular goal, such as winning an election or raising awareness. It can also mean a military operation.

Example

The charity launched a campaign to plant a million trees across the dry, eroding hillsides.

The charity launched a campaign to plant a million trees across the dry, eroding hillsides.

Etymology

From French 'campagne' (open country), from Latin 'campus' (field); first a military, then a political term.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in politics, marketing, charity, and the military.

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