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subtype

/ˈsaɪpaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does subtype mean?

noun

A subtype is a category or classification within a larger group or type. It is a more specific or detailed classification than the general type.

Example

"The new smartphone model is a subtype of the latest flagship series."

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