Precinct (noun)

1. An area or district marked off for administrative, electoral, or other purposes.
2. A defined area surrounding a building, especially a public building such as a church or court.
3. A police district or station.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french precincte, from latin praecinctum "girdle, boundary", from praecingere "gird round".

Examples:

1. The precinct was cordoned off by the police during the investigation.
2. She lived in a quiet, residential precinct near the city center.
3. The precinct was noted for its high crime rate.
4. The precinct captain was responsible for organizing the local volunteers for the political campaign.
5. The religious precinct was a peaceful place for reflection and worship.