1.a race between candidates for elective office;
I managed his campaign for governor
2.a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end;
he supported populist campaigns
3.several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
4.an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
1.run, stand, or compete for an office or a position;
Who's running for treasurer this year?
2.exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for;
The liberal party pushed for reforms
3.go on a campaign; go off to war