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JURISDICTION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Jurisdiction.

Jurisdiction - as a noun

(law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law

Example: "Courts having jurisdiction in this district"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
legal power
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
power10powerfulness20
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The court's jurisdiction extends only to cases within its territory."
"The company fell under the jurisdiction of the federal regulatory agency."
"The police officers were exercising their jurisdiction when they made the arrest."
"The tribal council has jurisdiction over matters concerning indigenous people."
"The court ruled that the case falls under the jurisdiction of the family court."
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Word Game Points

Is JURISDICTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, jurisdiction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

JURISDICTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is JURISDICTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, jurisdiction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
JURISDICTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is JURISDICTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, jurisdiction is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
JURISDICTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.

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