real reality

English

Etymology

real +‎ reality Coined in analogy to virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR)

Noun

real reality (countable and uncountable, plural real realities)

1. Reality, the real world, that which is not virtual nor augmented nor an online world

Usage notes

Frequently used facetiously, sarcastically, or sardonically; or as an emphasis on that which is not AR nor VR.

Synonyms

• RR (abbreviation)
• reality
• real world
• IRL

Related terms

• virtual reality (VR)
• augmented reality (AR)