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Subfamily Definition & Meaning

subfamily
noun
  1. (biology) a taxonomic category below a family

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Frequently asked questions

What does subfamily mean?
(biology) a taxonomic category below a family
What part of speech is subfamily?
Subfamily is a noun.

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