precinct
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Is precinct a Scrabble word?
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Definition
noun (English)
1. (chiefly in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls.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."in-plural
2. (chiefly in the plural) The general area surrounding a place, environs.in-plural
3. (UK) A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area.UK
4. (US, law enforcement) A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police; the police station situated in that district.US
5. (US) 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. (archaic) A district over which someone or some body of people has control in general; province, sphere of control.Examples: "But ſince I loue to liue at libertie, As eaſily may you get the Souldans crowne, As any prizes out of my precinct."archaic
Definition source: Wiktionary