noun
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a distinct and often subordinate division of a group
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a mathematical group whose members are members of another group, both groups being subject to the same rule of combination
Etymology
Origin of subgroup
Example Sentences
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The results are estimated to have a margin of error of 3.1 percentage points in either direction in the overall sample, and larger numbers for subgroups.
From Los Angeles Times
All student subgroups— including children of immigrants, racial minorities and those with parents without higher education — increased their passing rate in the last five years.
From Los Angeles Times
"There was recognition that there is a very small subgroup of children whose gender incongruence persists long-term and who may require ongoing support and possible medical interventions," the review said.
From BBC
For example, different subgroups of meningococcal meningitis dominate in Europe than in the U.S.,
There are many questions these AZA matchmakers ask themselves before making breeding recommendations, and they extend beyond genetic and personality compatibility: Will these animals be able to create subgroups?
From Los Angeles Times
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