English word jurisdiction comes from Latin jure, Latin dictatum (Dictated lessons or exercises. Things dictated.), Latin -tione
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| jure | Latin (lat) | |
| dictatum | Latin (lat) | Dictated lessons or exercises. Things dictated. |
| -tione | Latin (lat) | |
| iurisdictio | Latin (lat) | Jurisdiction. |
| jurisdiction | English (eng) | The authority of a sovereign power to govern or legislate.. The limits or territory within which authority may be exercised.. The power or right to exercise authority.. The power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law. |