subdiscipline

[sʌbˈdɪsəplɪn]

subdiscipline Definition

a branch or subdivision of a particular field of study or knowledge.

Using subdiscipline: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "subdiscipline" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Ecology is a subdiscipline of biology.

  • Example

    Cognitive psychology is a subdiscipline of psychology.

  • Example

    The study of syntax is a subdiscipline of linguistics.

subdiscipline Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for subdiscipline

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Summary: subdiscipline in Brief

'Subdiscipline' [sʌbˈdɪsəplɪn] refers to a branch or subdivision of a particular field of study or knowledge. It is used to describe specialized areas within larger fields, such as ecology within biology or cognitive psychology within psychology.