jurisdiction
Translation
jurisdiction, authority, control, remit
Examples
The court has jurisdiction over the case.
The court has jurisdiction over the case.
This matter is outside our jurisdiction.
This matter is outside our jurisdiction.
Grammar Patterns
jurisdiction ((over sth.)) the authority that an official organization has to make legal decisions about sth. The court has jurisdiction over the case.
Similar Words
Synonyms: authority, control, power, domain
Etymology
From Latin 'ius' (law) + 'dicere' (to say). Literally 'to say the law'.
Memory Tips
Think of a judge 'dictating' the law within their designated area of authority.