Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

subsumption

Noun

səb-ˈsəm(p)-shən

Definition

The action of including something in a more general category or concept.

Examples

The subsumption of individual rights under collective responsibility sparked a heated debate.
In philosophy, subsumption helps in categorizing ideas within larger frameworks.
During the meeting, the director emphasized the subsumption of smaller projects under the main agenda.

Meaning

Subsumption refers to the process of taking a specific case or instance and placing it under a broader category, allowing for easier classification and understanding.