real world:

… that which is confirmed in the moment anywhere in the universe, i.e., reality. As opposed a world of virtuality—the computer world—it's the world not made up of … bits and pixels (link to source now broken) Another lost source once indicated that the real world is where academic theory ends and the world of practicality begins.

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FYI: definition of real world what is the real world of economic development world of reality definition of reality as everything that is and has being, whether or not it is observable or comprehensible defines reality define reality world define world of reality in the real world is in, from, or having to do with actual experience or practice, rather than being theoretical, idealistic, or impractical the expression real world refers to that which is relevant or practical in terms of everyday life