domain vs locus

domain

noun
  • The set of all possible mathematical entities (points) where a given function is defined. 

  • A ring with no zero divisors; that is, in which no product of nonzero elements is zero. 

  • The highest rank in the classification of organisms, above kingdom; in the three-domain system, one of the taxa Bacteria, Archaea, or Eukaryota. 

  • A geographic area owned or controlled by a single person or organization. 

  • A collection of DNS or DNS-like domain names consisting of a delegated domain name and all its subdomains. 

  • The set of input (argument) values for which a function is defined. 

  • The collection of computers identified by a domain's domain names. 

  • A collection of information having to do with a domain, the computers named in the domain, and the network on which the computers named in the domain reside. 

  • A folded section of a protein molecule that has a discrete function; the equivalent section of a chromosome 

  • A small region of a magnetic material with a consistent magnetization direction. 

  • A group of related items, topics, or subjects. 

  • An open and connected set in some topology. For example, the interval (0,1) as a subset of the real numbers. 

  • Such a region used as a data storage element in a bubble memory. 

  • A form of technical metadata that represent the type of a data item, its characteristics, name, and usage. 

  • A field or sphere of activity, influence or expertise. 

  • Any DNS domain name, particularly one which has been delegated and has become representative of the delegated domain name and its subdomains. 

locus

noun
  • The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition. 

  • A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime. 

  • A fixed position on a chromosome that may be occupied by one or more genes. 

  • A passage in writing, especially in a collection of ancient sacred writings arranged according to a theme. 

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