Survey
/ˈsɜːr.veɪ/
Definitions
- (n.) A detailed examination or measurement of land or property boundaries.
The survey determined the exact lines of the estate.
- (n.) An investigation or systematic collection of data, often by asking questions to a sample population.
The legal survey revealed widespread compliance issues.
- (v.) To inspect or examine comprehensively, especially land or property.
The surveyor will survey the plot before construction.
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- surveys
- surveyed
- surveying
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "survey" often specifically refers to the precise measurement and mapping of land boundaries, critical for property disputes and deeds.
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