Constituencies
Definitions
- (n.) Electoral districts represented by elected officials in legislative bodies.
The candidates campaigned vigorously across several constituencies.
- (n.) The body of voters or residents within a district entitled to elect a representative.
He enjoys broad support from his constituency.
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Commentary
The term often arises in electoral law and political representation contexts, encompassing both the geographic area and the voters within it.
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