subclass

noun

Definition of subclassnext
as in subgroup

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Recent Examples of subclass Anthocyanins are a type of flavonoid (a subclass of polyphenols) that act as powerful antioxidants and give fruits and vegetables their red, purple, and blue colors. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2026 Given this factual issue, determination of plaintiffs' final class certification motion-which seeks certification not only of the Unassessed Escape Risk Class but also of the broader Warrantless Arrests Class and the Immigration Status subclass—will be addressed at a subsequent time. — New York Times, 2 Dec. 2025 But these large molecules have cast a long shadow over a smaller subclass of proteins called microproteins. — Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025 This is particularly true of a subclass called Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), devices that implement our communication networks, or control infrastructure such as power grids or chemical plants. — Guy Fedorkow, IEEE Spectrum, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for subclass
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subclass
  1. subgroup
  2. section
  3. subspecies
  4. sort
  5. subdivision
  6. generation
  7. branch
  8. variety
Noun
  • Eli was born in 1979 and raised in rural Ohio as part of Andy Weaver Amish, a conservative subgroup of Old Order Amish.
    — Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
  • The first subgroup that got the lowest dose was followed for 18 months, while the subgroup that got the highest dose was followed for just three months so far.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 28 May 2026
Definition of subgroup
Noun
  • The section’s vague language and many loopholes could have a chilling effect on any research that studies the effects of a disease, policy or public health intervention on any specific group of people, Rafla-Yuan said.
    — Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Starting Monday night, the section of Interstate 84 between the Black Canyon interchange at Exit 13 and the Oregon state line will be undergoing repairs.
    — Noah Daly July 10, Idaho Statesman, 10 July 2026
Definition of section
Noun
  • Several zebra species and giraffe subspecies are native to Kenya.
    — Michelle Watson and Zoe Sottile, CNN, 18 Dec. 2022
  • Today, it is estimated there are more than 1 million of all subspecies flying across North America and eastern Siberia.
    — Jake Frederico, The Arizona Republic, 2 Dec. 2022
Definition of subspecies
Noun
  • Sentosa is an estate that carries a particular kind of authority, the sort earned over more than a century on the water.
    — Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Scenarios of this sort face individuals all around the world.
    — Tony Lobl, Christian Science Monitor, 7 July 2026
Definition of sort
Noun
  • The city’s news release says the drainage basin where the incident occurred is privately owned and was initially constructed as part of the Richland Park subdivision.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 July 2026
  • Josh Houston, who also filed complaints with state and federal agencies, said his biggest concern has been the lack of communication surrounding the project affecting the subdivision’s only access road.
    — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026
Definition of subdivision
Noun
  • At Wednesday’s meeting, over 20 people spoke to commissioners, arguing that the city is moving too quickly on a decision that will affect Fort Worth for generations.
    — Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026
  • But this isn’t simply a story of a golden generation enjoying its moment in the sun.
    — Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of generation
Noun
  • Four branches of the TVS family had crossholdings in group companies until they were divided among the third- and fourth-generation members in 2022, with Sudarshan’s father gaining ownership of TVS Motor.
    — Anu Raghunathan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Should another fire roll through, the seedlings are not yet tall enough to hold their branches above the flames.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Definition of branch
Noun
  • The nomination for variety special (pre-recorded) means Swift herself is a nominee as the performer and a producer of the concert film, which showcased the final performance of her record-breaking tour.
    — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • Where to go From mountains to coastline, Georgia offers a variety of unique habitats for birds.
    — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of variety

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“Subclass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subclass. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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