Tracts Meaning in English
word · lemma: tract
Definition
'Tracts' can refer to large areas of land or organs in the body (like 'digestive tracts'). It can also mean short pamphlets, usually for religious or political purposes.
Usage & Nuances
'Tracts' is formal when referring to land or anatomy. 'Tracts' meaning leaflets/pamphlets is common in religious or advocacy contexts. Don't confuse it with 'tracks' (pathways). For anatomy, use with specific organs ('respiratory tracts').
Example Sentences
The Amazon contains vast tracts of rainforest.
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Some diseases affect the respiratory tracts.
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They handed out religious tracts on the street.
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Developers are buying up empty tracts outside the city.
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Inflammation in the digestive tracts can cause pain and discomfort.
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She found a box full of old political tracts in the attic.
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