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The park rules were under the town's jurisdiction.
What does Jurisdiction mean?
Jurisdiction means the official power or area where rules and decisions apply.
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The official power or area where a person, group, or organization has the right to make rules or decisions.
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Different courts may have jurisdiction over different kinds of cases.
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The article explained how jurisdiction determines which authority can make a decision.
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What does jurisdiction mean?
Jurisdiction is about official authority over decisions or places.
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The sentence shows an official area of authority.
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MeaningJurisdiction means the official power or area where rules and decisions apply.
ExampleExample: The park rules were under the town's jurisdiction.
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powerlessnessUse when someone has no power to decide.
outside authorityUse when something is not under a person's official control.
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jurisdiction
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jurisdictions
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jurisdictional
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