Meaning of constituency in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /kənˈstɪtʃuənsi/

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  1. Noun

    constituency

    Definitions

    1. the body of voters who elect a representative for their area

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