district map

[/ˈdɪstrɪkt mæp/]
nounpl: district maps
mapa de distrito
1. A map showing the boundaries and divisions of districts within a city, region, or country
The city council reviewed the district map to understand the new electoral boundaries.
O conselho municipal analisou o mapa de distrito para entender os novos limites eleitorais.
2. A cartographic representation used for administrative, political, or geographic purposes to delineate district areas
The school district map shows which schools serve which neighborhoods.
O mapa de distrito escolar mostra quais escolas servem quais bairros.
3. A visual tool used in gerrymandering discussions or political redistricting processes
The controversial district map was challenged in court for potential gerrymandering.
O mapa de distrito controverso foi contestado na justiça por possível manipulação de limites eleitorais.
District maps are particularly important in both Brazilian and American political contexts, especially during electoral cycles. In Brazil, they relate to municipal administrative divisions (distritos), while in the USA, they are central to the ongoing debate about redistricting and gerrymandering. The term gained significant cultural prominence in discussions about fair representation and voting rights.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
district boundary mapelectoral mapadministrative division mapzoning mapregional map

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mapa de distrito
standard term used in administrative and political contexts
São Paulo
mapa de subprefeituras
often used when referring to São Paulo's administrative divisions
Rio de Janeiro
mapa de zonas administrativas
commonly used for Rio's administrative area divisions
Portugal
mapa de distrito
used similarly to Brazil, referring to Portugal's administrative districts

Related Words

redistrictinggerrymanderingelectoral boundariesadministrative divisionscartographymunicipal boundaries

Related Idioms & Phrases

redraw the district map
challenge the district map in court
district map redistricting
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