jurisdiction

noun (jurisdiction — uncountable; a jurisdiction, jurisdictions)

«jurisdiction» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(law) The official power to make decisions and judgments about something. tree →
An area or group over which such power works: a state, a country or a court. tree →

In the lessons

In citizenship lessons and the news jurisdiction tells you which police force, court or country is in charge. For example a local school issue is not under the jurisdiction of the UN. Phrases: «under the jurisdiction of», «outside our jurisdiction».

Examples

That case is outside the jurisdiction of this court. tree →
The park is under the jurisdiction of the city council. tree →
Each state in the USA is a separate jurisdiction. tree →
The International Court has jurisdiction over some disputes between countries. tree →
«Sorry, it's not my jurisdiction,» said the sheriff. tree →

Note

Formal word. Stress: joor-is-DIK-shun. Related: jury, justice (from Latin «jus» = law).

On Mova

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