jurid

Jurid is a linguistic root used in legal terminology. In English, it is not typically used as an independent word; rather, it appears as a bound morpheme in a family of terms derived from Latin ius or iuris, meaning law or right. The form jurid- is found in words such as juridical, juridical person, jurisprudence, jurisprudential, and jurisdiction. The general association is with law, legal systems, or the administration of justice.

Etymology and cross-language use explain its prevalence. The root comes from Latin iuris, the genitive form of ius, meaning "law." Many European languages retain cognate forms with the same root, such as juridisch (Dutch), juridique (French), jurídico (Spanish), giuridico (Italian), and juristisch (German). In English, the corresponding terms are juridical or juristic, with juridical tending to emphasize the legal system or theory, and juristic often used to describe legal principles or scholars.

Common terms and concepts. Jurisdiction refers to the lawful authority of a court or other body to adjudicate matters within a certain area or over a particular subject. Juridical person denotes a legally recognized entity—such as a corporation—that has rights and obligations under the law. Jurisprudence is the theory and philosophy of law, while juridical science concerns the study of legal systems and principles.

Notes. The nuance between juridical and juristic can vary by jurisdiction and scholarly tradition. While related, these terms are part of a broader legal vocabulary rather than a standalone concept independent of context. See also jurisprudence, jurisdiction, and legal theory.