subfamily
IPA: sˈʌbfæmʌɫi
noun
- (taxonomy) A taxonomic category ranking between a family and a genus; formerly called a tribe
- A secondary or subordinate grouping.
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Examples of "subfamily" in Sentences
- The subfamily of primates includes various species such as lemurs and tarsiers
- In the animal kingdom, the subfamily Felinae comprises small to medium-sized cats
- The subfamily Rosoideae consists of plants like roses, strawberries, and raspberries
- Within the insect world, the subfamily Formicinae includes ants that live in colonies
- The subfamily Caninae encompasses wild dogs like wolves and coyotes
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