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subgroup

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈsəbˌɡɹup// UK //sˈʌbɡɹuːp// sub·group

n. a smaller group of people or things that is part of a larger group. You use this when you want to talk about a specific set within a bigger category.

n. a subordinate group consisting of members from a larger parent group. Often used in statistical or sociological contexts to identify specific sets within a population.


SIMPLE

The researchers studied a small subgroup of the patients.

CONTEXTUAL

Within the local gardening club, a subgroup of members focuses specifically on growing rare orchids.

COMPLEX

The data analysis revealed that a specific subgroup of participants responded much more favorably to the treatment than the general population, suggesting a genetic link to the drug's efficacy.

Origin

From sub- + group.

Usage

Often followed by the preposition 'of' to identify the parent group.

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