realm

noun

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: sphere, domain
within the realm of possibility
3
: a primary marine or terrestrial biogeographic division of the earth's surface

Examples of realm in a Sentence

new discoveries in the realm of medicine in political and legal realms
Recent Examples on the Web Today, numerous legal scholars are questioning the logic of allowing so many near-monopolies to emerge in the digital realm. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 24 Apr. 2024 Andrus started his career in the high school realm and has experience at levels including the Power 5, junior college, FCS, Division II, and NAIA. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2024 The thought of having a mini cellphone strapped to your wrist opens up a whole new realm of possibilities for independence and convenience. Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2024 The plan also states Disney will fund $85 million worth of community benefits in Anaheim in realms such as affordable housing, city parks, and street and sewer upgrades. Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 19 Apr. 2024 In 2020, a push for true diversity in all realms of the fashion industry as well as other respective industries was seen. Essence, 19 Apr. 2024 Her championship mentality not only secures her place in sports history but also cements her legacy of greatness that extends far beyond the realm of sports. Tom Brady, TIME, 17 Apr. 2024 José José – Vive Long before the affectations of the ‘80s turned his records into slick synthetic affairs, Mexican crooner José José inhabited a larger-than-life realm populated by harpsichords and the analog sheen of his booming voice. Ernesto Lechner, SPIN, 16 Apr. 2024 The bitter conflict between Israel and Iran has long been confined to the realm of secret assassinations, audacious cyberattacks, nuclear sabotage and war-by-proxy. Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 16 Apr. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English realme, from Anglo-French, alteration of Old French reiame, from Latin regimen control — more at regimen

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of realm was in the 13th century

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Cite this Entry

“Realm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/realm. Accessed 3 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

realm

noun
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2
: field of influence or activity
the realm of art

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