Domain

/dəʊˈmeɪn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An area of knowledge, influence, or activity.

She has extensive knowledge in the domain of microbiology.

A set of related files or resources in a network, often under the control of a single organization.

The website is hosted on a private domain that is managed by the company.

In mathematics, a specified set of values, especially those that can be input into a function.

The domain of the function includes all real numbers greater than zero.

The territory over which a sovereign rules, a realm.

The king expanded his domain through conquest and diplomacy.

A specific area of control or influence.

The new policy will impact various domains including education and health care.

Middle English, from Latin 'dominium' meaning 'ownership, lordship'.

in the domain of

within a particular field or area of knowledge.

domain name

a unique name that identifies an internet resource.

public domain

works that are free of copyright restrictions.

domain name

a unique identifier for a website on the internet.

dominium

Latin term meaning ownership or domain.

To take control over a situation or subject.

He totally domained that conversation.

To own something outright.

She can domain that car; it's hers completely.