Definition

A smaller project that is part of a larger project.

Example

The team is working on a subproject to improve the software's user interface.

Conversation

Have you started working on your subproject for the main assignment?

Not yet, but I have some ideas in mind.

I think breaking it down into a subproject will make it easier to manage.

Definitely! It helps to focus on one part at a time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subproject → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "project" (from Latin "proicere", meaning to throw forward). A subproject refers to a project that is part of a larger project, thus it is 'under' the main project.

Memory Tip

Think of a project that is 'under' a larger one — 'sub-' means under, and 'project' means to throw forward or plan.

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