Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

redistricting

noun

/ˌriːˈdɪstrɪktɪŋ/

Definition

The process of redrawing the boundaries of electoral districts.

Examples

The city underwent redistricting following the latest census to better represent its population.
Redistricting can lead to significant changes in political power and representation.
After the redistricting process, the map of electoral districts looked very different than before.

Meaning

Redistricting is commonly undertaken to reflect changes in population or to accommodate political shifts, ensuring that each district has roughly equal representation in a legislative body.