Definition of realm

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realm    (rlm) KEY  

NOUN:

1. A community or territory over which a sovereign rules; a kingdom.
2. A field, sphere, or province: the realm of science. See Synonyms at field.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English realme, from Old French, alteration (influenced by Old French reial, royal), of Latin regimen, government from regere, to rule; see reg- in Indo-European roots

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