noun

1. The act of surveying; a general view.

2. A particular view; an examination, especially an official examination, of a particular group of items, in order to ascertain the condition, quantity, or quality.

   “A survey of the stores of a ship; a survey of roads and bridges; a survey of buildings.”

3. The operation of finding the contour, dimensions, position, or other particulars of any part of the Earth's surface.

Synonyms: prospect, surveil, review

verb

1. To inspect, or take a view of; to view with attention, as from a high place; to overlook

   “He stood on a hill, and surveyed the surrounding country.”

2. To view with a scrutinizing eye; to examine.

3. To examine with reference to condition, situation, value, etc.; to examine and ascertain the state of

   “It was his job to survey buildings in order to determine their value and risks.”