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English to English noun 1. a race between candidates for elective office  I managed his campaign for governor|he is raising money for a Senate run source: wordnet30
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 source: wordnet30
3. several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints) source: wordnet30
4. an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa) source: wordnet30
5. An open field; a large, open plain without considerable hills. SeeChampaign. source: webster1913
verb 6. run, stand, or compete for an office or a position Who's running for treasurer this year? source: wordnet30
7. 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 women's rights|The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate source: wordnet30
8. go on a campaign; go off to war source: wordnet30
9. To serve in a campaign. source: webster1913
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