subsection

noun
UK: /ˌsʌbˈsekʃən/
US: /ˌsʌbˈsekʃən/

  1. A part of a section, like a smaller group inside a larger one.

    1. This subsection of the report details sales figures.
    2. The finance subsection is responsible for budget allocation within the project.

  2. A numbered or lettered division within a legal document or statute.

    1. Subsection 3 outlines specific conditions for approval.
    2. According to subsection 2(a), the agreement becomes valid upon signing by all parties.

Synonyms

clause segment division component paragraph

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "subsection" in English means: A part of a section, like a smaller group inside a larger one., A numbered or lettered division within a legal document or statute..

The phonetic transcription of "subsection" is /ˌsʌbˈsekʃən/ in British English and /ˌsʌbˈsekʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "subsection": clause, segment, division, component, paragraph.

Example usage of "subsection": "This subsection of the report details sales figures.". More examples on the page.