Definition

A specific item or entry that is part of a larger list or main entry, often found in catalogs or reference works.

Example

The subentry for 'apple' includes different varieties like 'Granny Smith' and 'Fuji'.

Conversation

I was looking up some information for my project and found a subentry that was really helpful.

Oh really? What was it about?

It explained a specific term that I needed to understand better, which was great.

That sounds useful! Sometimes those subentries make all the difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subentry → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "entry" (from Old French *entree*, meaning entrance or way in). The word "subentry" refers to an entry that is subordinate or under another entry, typically used in contexts like dictionaries or indexes.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'under' ('sub-') another 'entrance' ('entry') — a subentry is an entry that falls under a main entry.

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