suborder

[US]/ˈsʌbˌɔːdə/
[UK]/ˈsʌbˌɔrdər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a taxonomic category ranking below an order and above a family; used in biological classification
Word Forms
Pluralsuborders

Phrases & Collocations

suborder classification

suborder level

suborder name

suborder group

suborder taxon

suborder hierarchy

suborder status

suborder example

suborder definition

suborder features

Example Sentences

the suborder of mammals includes many diverse species.

scientists classify animals into various suborders based on their characteristics.

the suborder of insects is incredibly vast and varied.

in taxonomy, each suborder represents a specific evolutionary lineage.

researchers discovered a new suborder of reptiles last year.

understanding the suborder of plants can help in conservation efforts.

the suborder of primates includes humans and their closest relatives.

each suborder has unique adaptations to its environment.

taxonomists often debate the classification of certain suborders.

the suborder of fungi plays a crucial role in ecosystems.

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