The names of the days of the week in many languages are derived from the names of the classical planets in Hellenistic astrology, which were in turn named after contemporary deities, a system introduced in the Roman Empire during Late Antiquity.
Definition of 'constituency'. constituency (kÉnstÉªtÊuÉnsi ) A constituency is an area for which someone is elected as the representative in a parliament or government. A particular constituency is a section of society that may give political support to a particular party or politician.
For electoral divisions of UK local authorities, see Wards and electoral divisions of the United Kingdom. An electoral district (also known as a constituency, legislative district, riding, ward, division, electoral area or electorate) is a territorial subdivision for electing members to a legislative body. Generally, only voters (constituents) who reside within the district are permitted to vote in an election held there.