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
Other Word Forms
- real-estate adjective
Etymology
Origin of real estate
First recorded in 1640–45
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Example Sentences
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Her passion for real estate runs in the family.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
Earnings could gradually recover in 2H, supported by potential write-backs of provisions related to the data breach and the recognition of real estate sales, they note.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
BofA said that contrarian bulls are also buying bonds on rate cut expectations as well as real estate investment trusts.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
Realtor.com, a real estate services company, was drawn to the Lone Star State for its unparalleled housing growth and affordable living, according to a news release.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
There were predatory real estate agents roaming South Shore all the while, whispering to home owners that they should sell before it was too late, that they’d help them get out while you still can.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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