prefecture

• Существительное, обозначающее округ или административную единицу, управляемую префектом, как в таких странах, как Франция, Япония или Римская империя, а также саму должность или пост префекта.

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.

   Префектура

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

   Synonymsdistrictprovinceregion

2. Office of a prefectC1formal

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

   Должность префекта

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