domain

[doh-meyn] / doʊˈmeɪn /

NOUN

area of expertise, rule

Synonyms

STRONGEST

realm sphere territory

STRONG

authority bailiwick concern demesne department discipline district dominion empire estate field jurisdiction land occupation orbit power province quarter region scope slot specialty terrain turf walk wing

WEAK

home park neck of the woods stomping grounds

Antonyms

STRONG

sky surrender yielding

Example Sentences

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The move challenges the likes of Apple, AMD and Intel -- whose CEO Lip-Bu Tan is due to speak Tuesday at Computex -- in the consumer PC domain.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

A spokesperson said they couldn't comment on specific information, but said: "We are aware of the allegations circulating in the public domain and encourage anyone with relevant information to get in touch."

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Landowners in communities adjacent to the park are still gearing up to face eminent domain challenges from the federal government.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Earlier this year, the preliminary design of Betty Boop featured in “Dizzy Dishes” entered public domain.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Ms. Spooner called after him, upset that he’d made so much noise in her domain.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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