periphery vs precinct

periphery

noun
  • The outside boundary, parts or surface of something. 

  • A first-rank administrative division of Greece, subdivided into provinces. 

precinct

noun
  • An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls. 

  • A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area. 

  • The general area surrounding a place, environs. 

  • A subdivision of a city or town for the purposes of voting and representation in city or town government. In cities, precincts may be grouped into wards. 

  • A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police; the police station situated in that district. 

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