Meaning & Definition of Jurisdiction in English
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Jurisdiction
/ʤʊrəsdɪkʃən/
noun
1. (law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law
- "Courts having jurisdiction in this district"
synonym:
- legal power,
- jurisdiction
2. In law
- The territory within which power can be exercised
synonym:
- jurisdiction
Examples of using
It's outside your jurisdiction.
This escapes my jurisdiction.