subsection Synonyms & Antonyms
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Subsection as a Noun
a subdivision or a subordinate division of a section
a subordinate part or branch
A defined part of a section.
A subpart of a legal document such as law.
An informal taxonomic category below section and above family.
A taxonomic rank below section and above species.
(taxonomy, zoology) An informal taxonomic category below section and above family.
(taxonomy, botany) A taxonomic rank below the section, but above the species.
Subsection as a Verb
To insert subsections (into some text, etc.)
Word Forms & Grammar
subsection
subsections
subsection (plural subsections)
subsection (third-person singular simple present subsections, present participle subsectioning, simple past and past participle subsectioned)
Words That Rhyme With Subsection
Origin of Subsection
From sub- + section.
First Known Use
1621
Subsection in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsəb-ˌsek-shən/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | a subdivision or a subordinate division of a section |
| Plural | subsections |
| Verb forms | subsections, subsectioning, subsectioned |
| First known use | 1621 |
How to Pronounce Subsection
Subsection is pronounced /ˈsəb-ˌsek-shən/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (səb).
Common Questions About Subsection
Is subsection a noun or a verb?
Subsection is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of subsection?
The plural of subsection is subsections.
What is the past tense of subsection?
The past tense of subsection is subsectioned. The present participle is subsectioning.