precinct
//ˈpriːsɪŋkt//
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.