constituency

noun C1

Meaning

A constituency refers to a body of voters or residents in a specified electoral district who are represented by an elected official, often characterized by shared interests or demographics, and plays a crucial role in the functioning of representative dem
💡 The term is often misused to refer to the general public or a broad audience, whereas it specifically denotes a defined group eligible to vote in elections for their representative.

Example Sentences

The candidate visited every town in her constituency before the election .
The candidate visited every town within the constituency before the election .
The manager met with the constituency to discuss the new project .
The politician focused on addressing issues within her local constituency .

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