election district

American  

noun

1. precinct.

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Etymology

Origin of election district

An Americanism dating back to 1790–1800

Example Sentences

Section 2 of the VRA prohibits the creation of election districts that deprive voters of color of their full rights.

From Salon

After a decade of weakening federal protection of voting rights, the Supreme Court on Thursday reaffirmed that the Voting Rights Act prevents racial discrimination in drawing election districts.

From Seattle Times

In 1982, Congress amended the Voting Rights Act to forbid drawing election districts “in a manner which results in a denial or abridgement of the right... to vote on account of race or color.”

From Los Angeles Times

For local races, three voters in an election district can request — and pay for — a recount.

From Seattle Times

By state law, recounts must be done for all election districts where ballots were cast in a given race.

From Seattle Times