Precinct

Definition of Precinct

Pre´cinct

n.	1.	The limit or exterior line encompassing a place; a boundary; a confine; limit of jurisdiction or authority; - often in the plural; as, the precincts of a state.
	2.	A district within certain boundaries; a minor territorial or jurisdictional division; as, an election precinct; a school precinct.
	3.	A parish or prescribed territory attached to a church, and taxed for its support. The parish, or precinct, shall proceed to a new choice. - Laws of Massachusetts.

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