Definition of surveys:
(n) :
A particular view; an examination, especially an official examination, of a particular group of items, in order to ascertain the condition, quantity, or quality.
(n) :
An examination of the opinions of a group of people.
(n) :
A questionnaire or similar instrument used for examining the opinions of a group of people.
(v) :
To investigate the opinions, experiences, etc., of people by asking them questions; to conduct a survey; to administer a questionnaire.
(n) :
The act of surveying; a general view.
(n) :
The operation of finding the contour, dimensions, position, or other particulars of any part of the Earth's surface.