precinct

Pronunciation

• enPR: prē'sĭngkt, IPA ^(key): /ˈprisɪŋkt/

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular precinct

Plural precincts

1. A precinct is an area within a particular place or building.
2. (US) A precinct is a district of a city as defined for policing purposes.
3. A precinct is a police station within the district of a city.