Main Entry:

³sub·ject

Pronunciation:

\səb-ˈjekt, ˈsəb-ˌjekt\

Function:

transitive verb

Date:

14th century

1 a: to bring under control or dominion : subjugate b: to make (as oneself) amenable to the discipline and control of a superior2: to make liable : predispose3: to cause or force to undergo or endure (something unpleasant, inconvenient, or trying) <was subjected to constant verbal abuse>

— sub·jec·tion \səb-ˈjek-shən\ noun