prefecture

• Substantiv, das einen Verwaltungsbezirk oder eine Verwaltungseinheit bezeichnet, die von einem Präfekten geleitet wird, wie in Ländern wie Frankreich, Japan oder im Römischen Reich, sowie das Amt oder die Position des Präfekten selbst.

A noun referring to a district or administrative division governed by a prefect, as found in countries such as France, Japan, or the Roman Empire, or the office or position of a prefect itself.

1. Administrative districtB2formal

   A geographical area or region governed by a prefect, commonly used in countries like France, Japan, and the Roman Empire.

   Präfektur

   • Kyoto is a famous prefecture in Japan.
   • The Roman Empire was divided into several prefectures.
   • The prefecture of Gironde is located in southwestern France.

   Synonymedistrictprovinceregion

2. Office of a prefectC1formal

   The official position, role, or office held by a prefect.

   Amt des Präfekten

   • He was appointed to the prefecture after years of service.
   • The prefecture carries significant administrative responsibilities.
   • She assumed the prefecture with great dedication.