Meaning of the word tract in English
What does tract mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tract
US /trækt/
UK /trækt/
Noun
1.
an area of land, typically a large one with a specific characteristic or purpose
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The government purchased a large tract of land for the new park.
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They explored the vast tracts of wilderness.
2.
a system of organs or tissues in the body that perform a particular function
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The digestive tract is responsible for breaking down food.
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Infections of the urinary tract are common.
3.
a short treatise in pamphlet form, typically on a religious or political subject
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He distributed religious tracts to passersby.
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The political activist wrote a fiery tract against the government.