constituency

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   A district represented by one or more elected officials.

   John was elected to parliament from the Bedford constituency.

2. 2
   noun

   the body of voters who elect a representative for their area

3. 3
   noun

   The voters within such a district.

4. 4
   noun

   The residents of such a district.

5. 5
   noun

   The voters of a candidate.

6. 6
   noun

   An interest group or fan base.

Etymology

From constituent + -ency.