realm
Meaning
- An abstract sphere of influence, real or imagined.
- The domain of a certain abstraction.
- A scope of operation in networking or security.
- A territory or state, as ruled by a specific power, especially by a king.
- An otherworldly dimension or domain — magical, ethereal, or otherwise — usually ruled or created by a mystical character.
- A taxonomic rank in the phylogeny of viruses, higher than kingdoms.
Synonyms
subject area
heaven and earth
top and bottom
any inhabited country
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ɹɛlm/
Etymology
From Middle English rewme, realme, reaume, from Old French reaume, realme (“kingdom”), of unclear origins. A postulated *rēgālimen (“domain, kingdom”), Late Latin or Vulgar Latin cross of regimen with rēgālis is usually cited.
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