real estate

[ree-uhl, reel]

noun

1. property, especially in land.

   three acres of real estate.

2. real property.

3. available space or capacity.

   A bigger screen will give you extra real estate.

real estate

noun

1. another term for real property

Other Word Forms

• real-estate adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of real estate¹

First recorded in 1640–45

Example Sentences

Do you think investing in the stock market or real estate is a more reliable way to build wealth?

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Rick Caruso, the real estate developer whom Bass defeated in 2022, has publicly flirted with the idea of another run but has stopped short of announcing a decision.

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Rick Caruso, the real estate developer whom Bass defeated in 2022, has publicly flirted with another run for the city’s top office but has yet to announce a decision.

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In addition, the New York economy is concentrated in finance and real estate, putting the state at risk if either industry suffers.

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He and his wife own some rental properties and he wants to get them thinking about careers in real estate.

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Related Words

• land