Domain: meaning, definitions and examples

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domain

 

[ หˆdoสŠหŒmeษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

internet

A distinct subset of the internet with addresses sharing a common suffix or under the control of a particular organization or individual.

Synonyms

realm, sphere, territory.

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Word Description / Examples
domain

Use this word to refer to an area of expertise, knowledge, or activity. It can also describe internet addresses.

  • His domain of study is quantum physics
  • The domain name for the website is www
  • example
  • com
realm

This word is suitable for describing a kingdom or a field of interest or knowledge, often in a more grand or formal sense.

  • The wizard lived in a magical realm far beyond the mountains
  • In the realm of classical music, he is a significant figure
territory

Best used when talking about physical land or areas under control, ownership, or influence. It can also mean an area of experience or knowledge.

  • The explorers mapped out the new territory
  • Marketing is not my territory, I'm more into sales
sphere

Use this term to describe an area of activity, influence, or knowledge. It emphasizes the scope or extent of something.

  • She works in the sphere of environmental policy
  • His influence extends beyond the political sphere

Examples of usage

  • Many companies have their own domain names for their websites.
  • Domain registration is necessary to secure a unique web address.
  • The .com domain is one of the most popular choices for businesses.
  • The domain extension .org is often used by non-profit organizations.
  • Each domain is identified by its unique IP address.

Translations

Translations of the word "domain" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น domรญnio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅ‹เคฎเฅ‡เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Domain

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ domain

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ domena

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‰ใƒกใ‚คใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท domaine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dominio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท alan adฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„๋ฉ”์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุทุงู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ domรฉna

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ domรฉna

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŸŸๅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ domena

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรฉn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะพะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ domen

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dominio

Etymology

The term 'domain' originated from the Latin word 'dominium' meaning 'property' or 'ownership'. In the context of the internet, the concept of domains was first introduced in the 1980s as a way to organize and categorize websites. Since then, domains have become an integral part of the online world, allowing users to easily navigate and access information on the web.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,737, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.