domain
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
An area of knowledge, activity, or control, or, online, the address that identifies a website.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
In web addresses, "domain" refers to the part of a URL that identifies the site, as in "example.com".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Marketing strategy falls squarely within her _____ at the company."
Answer: domain
In your own words, what does "domain" mean?
An area of knowledge, activity, or control, or, online, the address that identifies a website.
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