jurisdiction

An area where a court has power. 



Word Structure

joor-is-DIK-shuhn

Sentence Examples

The court had jurisdiction over the tax case.

Jurisdiction may be unclear at sea.

The judge has jurisdication to rule.

Semantic Relatives

Court

Federal

Justice

Law

Local

State



Textbook

Explore American Democracy Chapter 7 by Attainment

Deeper Dive

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