What does precinct mean?
Precinct means (chiefly in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls..
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/ˈpɹisɪŋkt/ · noun
(chiefly in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls..
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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Precinct means (chiefly in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls..
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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.
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