definition of
canvas

[1] #1 canvas n. [canvass] a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents). wn

[2] #2 canvas n. [canvass] an oil painting on canvas fabric. wn

[3] #3 canvas n. [canvass] the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account; "the crowded canvas of history"; "the movie demanded a dramatic canvas of sound". wn

[4] #4 canvas n. [canvas tent, canvass] a tent made of canvas fabric. wn

[5] #5 canvas v. [canvass] solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign. wn