Definition

A category used in the classification of living things, which is higher than a superfamily and lower than a suborder.

Example

The scientist classified the new species into the infraorder of insects.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term infraorder in biology?

No, I haven't. What does it mean?

It's a taxonomic category that ranks above a superfamily and below a suborder.

That's interesting! I didn't realize there were so many levels in classification.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infraorder → It is formed from "infra-" (meaning below or beneath) and "ordo" (meaning order). The term "infraorder" refers to a taxonomic rank that is below the order level in biological classification.

Memory Tip

Think of 'infra-' meaning 'below' and 'ordo' meaning 'order' — this helps you remember that an infraorder is a classification that comes below an order.

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