real estate
Americannoun
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property, especially in land.
three acres of real estate.
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available space or capacity.
A bigger screen will give you extra real estate.
noun
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Etymology
Origin of real estate
First recorded in 1640–45
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Real estate firms view the projects as less risky and quicker to implement than many new builds.
From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026
Own real estate: Real estate often holds its value during times of high inflation.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Real estate is likely to make up a significant part of their investment portfolios, he says, adding that their family offices also are likely to get pitched real-estate deals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Real estate agent Bret Parsons said in many cases, it doesn’t make sense for homeowners to sell even if they want to, which exacerbates the supply shortage.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Real estate term that refers to the position of a piece of real estate as it relates to the value of that real estate.
From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies
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