Definition

A category in biology that groups related organisms, positioned between an order and a family.

Example

The scientist classified the new species into a specific suborder based on its characteristics.

Conversation

Did you know that there is a suborder for certain types of insects?

Really? I had no idea there were so many classifications.

Yeah, it helps scientists understand their relationships better.

That makes sense! Nature is pretty organized in its own way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Suborder → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "ordo" (from Latin, meaning order). The word "suborder" refers to a classification that is below a higher order in a hierarchical structure.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is classified 'under' ('sub-') a main 'order' ('ordo') — that's why suborder means a lower classification.

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