campaigning

UK: /kæmˈpeɪnɪŋ/ | US: /kæmˈpeɪnɪŋ/

Definition
  1. n. the act of working in an organized and active way toward a goal, especially in politics or business

  2. vi. to engage in a series of activities designed to achieve a social, political, or commercial goal

Structure
campaign <field operations/military expedition>ing <present participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "campaign" originates from the French campagne (open country, battlefield), derived from Latin campania (level country), from campus (field). Initially used in military contexts (e.g., "a campaign of war"), it later expanded to political and social efforts (18th century). The suffix -ing turns the noun/verb into a continuous action, reflecting ongoing organized efforts.

Examples
  1. She spent months campaigning for environmental reforms.

  2. Political campaigning often involves speeches and rallies.

  3. The team is campaigning to raise awareness about mental health.

  4. His campaigning efforts helped him win the election.

  5. Social media has transformed modern campaigning strategies.