Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

census

noun

ˈsen-səs

Definition

A systematic process of collecting and recording data about the members of a specific population.

Examples

The national census is conducted every decade to gather data on population and housing.
According to the latest census, the city has a growing population.
She studied the census data to understand demographic trends in her state.

Meaning

Census refers to the official count or survey of a population, typically taken every ten years, to gather information about the demographic and economic characteristics of individuals.