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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However, the actor did previously admit that he’d considered adding another dwelling to his real estate holdings: the iconic property that served as the McCallister residence in “Home Alone.”
From MarketWatch
Instead, they can draw income from inheritances, or from loans taken out against assets such as stocks, real estate, and art.
From Barron's
Financial services, real estate, construction, and tourism have also helped growth.
From Barron's
In a video posted on Saturday on a beach full of sunbathers, real estate consultant Deepti Mallik struck a reassuring tone, telling viewers that there is "nothing to be scared of".
From Barron's
The battle illustrates the potential risks and rewards of spending millions on real estate and new operations to win over shoppers.
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