precinct

//ˈpriːsɪŋkt//
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Noun

precinctSingular
precinctsPlural
1

A district of a city or town as defined for police or electoral purposes.

The police precinct covers the downtown area of the city.

2

The area within the walls or perceived boundaries of a particular building or place.

Smoking is not allowed within the precincts of the hospital.

3

An enclosed or clearly defined area of ground around a cathedral, church, or college.

Visitors must remain within the cathedral precinct during the tour.

4

A pedestrian zone in a town, especially one that is closed to traffic.

The shopping precinct is closed to cars on weekends.

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