Precinct

Definitions

1. An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls.
   in-plural
2. The general area surrounding a place, environs.
   in-plural
3. A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area.
   UK
4. A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police; the police station situated in that district.
   US
5. A subdivision of a city or other locality for the purposes of voting and representation in local government. In cities, precincts may be grouped into wards.
   US
6. A district over which someone or some body of people has control in general; province, sphere of control.
   archaic
7. A surrounding boundary or limit.
   archaic

Equivalents

Examples

“For, by the fundamental Laws of the Realm, it is Capital in any Perſon, of what Quality ſoever, to make⟳ water within the Precincts of the Palace.”

“But ſince I loue to liue at libertie, As eaſily may you get⟳ the Souldans crowne, As any prizes out of my precinct.”

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