subfamily

[US]/sʌbˈfæm.əl.i/
[UK]/sʌbˈfæm.ə.li/
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Translation

n.a taxonomic category ranking below a family and above a genus
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

subfamily classification

subfamily level

subfamily name

subfamily group

subfamily structure

subfamily traits

subfamily members

subfamily diversity

subfamily variation

subfamily relationships

Example Sentences

the tiger belongs to the subfamily pantherinae.

many species in the subfamily caninae are known for their social behavior.

this plant subfamily is characterized by its unique leaf structure.

in taxonomy, a subfamily is a rank below family.

the subfamily felinae includes most of the smaller cat species.

researchers study the genetic diversity within the subfamily.

some members of the subfamily apidae are important pollinators.

the subfamily of orchids is vast and diverse.

we need to classify these organisms into their correct subfamily.

each subfamily has its own distinct characteristics.

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