Mid 18th century; earliest use found in John Barrow (fl. 1735–1774), teacher of mathematics and writer. From classical Latin praefectūraprefecture + -ate.
Definition of prefecturate in US English:
prefecturate
noun
The position or office of a prefect.
Origin
Mid 18th century; earliest use found in John Barrow (fl. 1735–1774), teacher of mathematics and writer. From classical Latin praefectūra prefecture + -ate.