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precincts

/ˈpriːsɪŋkts/ /ˈpriːsɪŋktəs/

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noun

Пределы, территория

(chiefly in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls.

Examples :

""The university's precincts included the library, the science building, and the student union, all surrounded by a stone wall." "

Территория университета включала библиотеку, научное здание и студенческий союз, все окруженные каменной стеной.

area place building

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noun

Пешеходная зона, торговый район

A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area.

Examples :

"On Saturday, we enjoyed walking through the precincts, browsing the shops and listening to the street musicians. "

В субботу мы с удовольствием гуляли по пешеходной зоне, рассматривали магазины и слушали уличных музыкантов.

area property building commerce

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noun

Участок, 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 :

""After the car accident, the witness went to the local precincts to file a report." "

После автомобильной аварии свидетель отправился в местное отделение полиции, чтобы подать заявление.

police area government law building

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noun

Избирательный участок

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, residents of my neighborhood vote at the local elementary school, which serves as one of the many voting precincts in the city. "

В день выборов жители моего района голосуют в местной начальной школе, которая служит одним из многих избирательных участков в городе.

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