precincts

Meaning

plural of precinct

precinct

  1. (in-plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls.
  2. (in-plural) The general area surrounding a place, environs.
  3. (UK) A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area.
  4. (US) A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police; the police station situated in that district.
  5. (US) A subdivision of a city or other locality for the purposes of voting and representation in local government. In cities, precincts may be grouped into wards.
  6. (archaic) A district over which someone or some body of people has control in general; province, sphere of control.
  7. (archaic) A surrounding boundary or limit.

Translations

الدوائر الإنتخابية

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