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
  • Trump won Florida's 27th by double-digits so this heavily Latino district could be an indicator of how this key subgroup votes.
    — Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The poll found the percentage of gamblers declining across the board, with the only question being how dramatically among each subgroup.
    — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of subgroup
Noun
  • Testing a critical component The Mk21A serves as the front-end payload section of the Sentinel ICBM.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • When the rhythm section drops away, her voice hangs among flute, synthesiser, and reverberation; when the rhythm returns, the bass feels newly physical.
    — Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 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
  • Not a sort-of shade of light blue, but bright, bold, Yves Klein blue.
    — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The Timberwolves were out of sorts for most of a 119-114 loss to Golden State on Wednesday, before regrouping behind their new star Ball and the two-way excellence of McDaniels.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of sort
Noun
  • Many of his neighbors parked on high ground just outside their subdivision.
    — Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2026
  • With an adjacent property planned for a 1,000-unit residential subdivision on the Locust land that the family has leased for several years, a path to land ownership is critical to surviving development pressure.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of subdivision
Noun
  • The measurements will help physicists assess plasma stability, validate computer models, and choose the resilient materials required for the world’s next generation of pilot plants.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The hotel’s connections with local neighbors is also particularly impressive (no mean feat for newcomers in Kyoto) with The Shinmonzen’s friends ranging from local bento box makers who deliver by bicycle to generations-old antique shop owners.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of generation
Noun
  • This arrangement allows unrelated branches to accept updates concurrently.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • In place of flowers or another traditional funeral offering, my branch of the family would like to start a fund for the children’s future.
    — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of branch
Noun
  • People heading into the Affordable Care Act open enrollment period with plans to sign up for insurance should expect a variety of changes in 2027, including higher premiums and fewer coverage options.
    — Fatima Hussein, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Arugula is a leafy green that can be incorporated into a variety of dishes from breakfast and lunch to dinner.
    — Molly Allen, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of variety

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“Subclass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subclass. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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