SUBSPECIES

subspecies, race

(noun) (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

subspecies (plural subspecies)

(taxonomy) A rank in the classification of organisms, below species.

(taxonomy) A taxon at that rank, often indicated with trinomial nomenclature (such as Felis silvestris silvestris in zoology and Pinus nigra subsp. salzmannii in botany).

A subdivision of a species in other scientific disciplines.

Synonyms

• (abbreviations): ssp, subsp.

Source: Wiktionary

Sub*spe"cies, n.

Definition: A group somewhat lessdistinct than speciesusually are, but based on characters more important than those which characterize ordinary varieties; often, a geographical variety or race.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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