Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subcategory
noun
/ˈsʌbˌkæt.ə.gɔɪ/
Definition
A category that is part of a larger category or classification.
Examples
- In the grocery store, fruits are a subcategory of food.
- Dogs and cats are subcategories of household pets.
- The subcategory of thrillers within the broader genre of fiction is very popular.
Meaning
Subcategory refers to a more specific division within a broader category, used to organize items or ideas into finer, clearer groups.
Synonyms
- Subclass
- Subsection
- Subdivision
- Type
- Segment
