IPA: //sʌbˈkæbɪnɪt//
KK: /sʌbˈkæbɪnɪt/
Relating to a position in government that is lower than the cabinet level.
The discussions were held at the subcabinet level to address specific policy issues.
Subcabinet → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "cabinet" (from Old French *cabinet*, meaning a small room or a cupboard). The word "subcabinet" refers to something that is under or part of a larger cabinet or organization.
Think of something that is 'under' ('sub-') a 'small room' or 'cupboard' ('cabinet') — that's why subcabinet refers to a smaller part of a larger organization.