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precinct

/ˈpɹisɪŋkt/

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noun

Округ, участок

(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. "

Различные участки школы, разделенные высокими заборами, разделяли разные классы.

area place building police

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noun

Пешеходная зона, торговый район

A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area.

Examples :

"The downtown precinct was a pleasant place to walk and shop on a Saturday morning. "

Пешеходная зона в центре города была приятным местом для прогулок и покупок в субботу утром.

area building commerce

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noun

Участок полиции, отделение полиции

(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. "

Подозреваемый был задержан офицерами из городского отделения полиции на Элм-стрит.

police area government law building organization place

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noun

Избирательный участок, округ

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." "

В день выборов мы все голосуем на избирательном участке в нашем округе.

politics government area organization place state