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Definition of Prefecture
1. Noun. The district administered by a prefect (as in France or Japan or the Roman Empire).
Generic synonyms: Administrative District, Administrative Division, Territorial Division
Geographical relationships: Roman Empire, Japan, Nihon, Nippon, France, French Republic
Derivative terms: Prefectural
Geographical relationships: Roman Empire, Japan, Nihon, Nippon, France, French Republic
Derivative terms: Prefectural
2. Noun. The office of prefect.
Generic synonyms: Berth, Billet, Office, Place, Position, Post, Situation, Spot
Derivative terms: Prefectural
Derivative terms: Prefectural
Definition of Prefecture
1. n. The office, position, or jurisdiction of a prefect; also, his official residence.
Definition of Prefecture
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