Meaning of the word precinct in English
What does precinct mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
precinct
US /ˈpriː.sɪŋkt/
UK /ˈpriː.sɪŋkt/
Noun
1.
a district of a city or town as defined for police purposes
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The police station serves the entire precinct.
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He was assigned to the downtown precinct.
2.
a subdivision of a ward, especially for electoral purposes
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Voters in this precinct tend to favor the incumbent.
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The election results are being tallied by precinct.
3.
the area within the walls or boundaries of a particular place or building
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The cathedral precinct is a peaceful place for reflection.
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Security guards patrol the museum precinct at night.