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realm

noun \ˈrelm\

: an area of activity, interest, or knowledge

: a country that is ruled by a king or queen

Full Definition of REALM

: kingdom 2

: sphere, domain <within the realm of possibility>

: a primary marine or terrestrial biogeographic division of the earth's surface

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Origin of REALM

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

First Known Use: 13th century

Related to REALM

Synonyms: area, arena, bailiwick, barony, business, circle, demesne, department, discipline, domain, element, fief, fiefdom, firmament, front, game, kingdom, line, precinct, province, field, specialty, sphere, terrain, walk

Rhymes with REALM

elm, helm, whelm

REALM Defined for Kids

realm

noun \ˈrelm\

Definition of REALM for Kids

: kingdom 1

: field of activity or influence <He's important in the realm of law.>

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