Definition
- (noun) The power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law.
- (noun) The power or right to exercise authority.
- (noun) The power or right to perform some action as part of applying the law.
- (noun) The authority of a sovereign power to govern or legislate.
- (noun) The limits or territory within which authority may be exercised.
Word stats
- Jurisdiction contains 12 letters: 5 vowel(s) and 7 consonant(s).
- It uses 10 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 4.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 22.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Jurisdiction mean?
The power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law.
How many letters are in Jurisdiction?
Jurisdiction has 12 letters.
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