jurisdiction
noun
(law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law
“courts having jurisdiction in this district”
Synonymslegal powerin law; the territory within which power can be exercised
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University
Jurisdiction meaning
What does “jurisdiction” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.
“jurisdiction” is a noun with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: (law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law.