Complete Definition of "precinct"

English
Pronunciation
IPA|/�prisɪ�kt/
SAMPA|/"prisINkt/
AHD|/pr�'sĭngkt/
Noun
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#(especially in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls
#US A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police; the police station situated in that district
#US A subdivision of a city or town for the purposes of voting and representation in city or town government. In cities, Precincts may be grouped into of wards

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trans-top|An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls
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trans-top|A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police
Finnish: piiri, poliisipiiri
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trans-top|A subdivision of a city or town for the purposes of voting and representation in city or town government
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