Jurisdicción (en. Jurisdiction)
/xuɾisdiˈkθjon/
Synonyms
- autoridad
- competencia
- poder judicial
Slang Meanings
Jurisdiction that is considered too strict or restrictive.
The jurisdiction of the new code is very complicated for simple cases.
La jurisdicción del nuevo código es muy complicada para los casos simples.
Use of jurisdiction as a pretext to avoid responsibilities.
He always uses jurisdiction to escape from his legal problems.
Siempre usa la jurisdicción para escaparse de sus problemas legales.