apex domain

[ˈeɪ.peks dəˈmeɪn]
nounpl: apex domains
domínio de ápice
1. The root domain of a website without a subdomain prefix, also known as the bare domain or root domain
The apex domain for the website is example.com, while www.example.com is a subdomain.
O domínio de ápice do site é exemplo.com.br, enquanto www.exemplo.com.br é um subdomínio.
2. In DNS management, the highest level domain in a domain hierarchy that is registered with a domain registrar
You need to configure DNS records for your apex domain to point to your web hosting server.
Você precisa configurar registros DNS para seu domínio de ápice apontarem para seu servidor de hospedagem.
This is a technical term primarily used in web development, IT infrastructure, and domain management contexts in both Brazilian and international English-speaking communities. The term has become standardized in the tech industry and is used consistently across regions without significant variation in meaning.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
root domainbare domainnaked domainzone apex
Antonyms / Antônimos
subdomainchild domain

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
domínio de ápice
Standard technical term used in IT and web development contexts
Brazil (Technical)
domínio raiz
Alternative technical translation, literally 'root domain'
Portugal
domínio de ápice
Same terminology as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
General English-speaking
apex domain
Standard technical term in web hosting and DNS configuration

Related Words

DNS recordsdomain registrarsubdomainCNAME recordA recorddomain name system

Related Idioms & Phrases

point your apex domain to your server
configure apex domain DNS records
redirect apex domain to www
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