1. An official count or survey of a population, typically including demographic information such as age, occupation, and residence
The census is conducted every ten years to gather statistical data about the population.
O censo é realizado a cada dez anos para coletar dados estatísticos sobre a população.
2. A complete enumeration or listing of items, resources, or individuals for administrative or statistical purposes
A census of the library's collection revealed thousands of rare books.
Um censo da coleção da biblioteca revelou milhares de livros raros.
3. In historical contexts, a tax or tribute assessment based on property or wealth evaluation
Roman citizens were subject to a census for tax purposes.
Os cidadãos romanos eram submetidos a um censo para fins fiscais.