noun Download 🔗Share (chiefly in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls. Examples : "The school's various precincts, separated by high fences, kept the different grade levels apart. " area place building police Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area. Examples : "The downtown precinct was a pleasant place to walk and shop on a Saturday morning. " area building commerce Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (law enforcement) A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police; the police station situated in that district. Examples : "The suspect was apprehended by officers from the city precinct on Elm Street. " police area government law building organization place Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share 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 wards. Examples : ""On election day, we all vote at the polling place in our precinct." " politics government area organization place state Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading