gezag — meaning in English
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Senses
gezag is used for these senses in English:
- authority (uncountable) Power or right to make or enforce rules, give orders, or impose obligation; or a position having such power or right.
- authority (countable) A reliable, definitive source of information on a subject.
- bailiwick A person's concern or sphere of operations, their area of skill or authority.
authority — full definition
- noun The power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience.
- noun A person or source widely recognized as an expert on a subject.
- noun A government body responsible for a particular public service.
bailiwick — full definition
- noun The area a bailie or bailiff has authority over.
- noun A subject or activity that is someone's particular area of skill or responsibility.
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