Definition

A specific meaning or interpretation of a word that is part of a broader meaning.

Example

In linguistics, a subsense can help clarify the different ways a word can be understood.

Conversation

I was reading about how words can have different meanings.

Oh really? Do you mean like how a word can have a subsense?

Exactly! It’s fascinating how one word can reflect various aspects.

Yeah, language is so rich and complex in that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Subsense** → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "sense" (from Latin *sensus*, meaning feeling or perception). The word "subsense" refers to a meaning that is beneath or secondary to the primary sense of a word.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'under' ('sub-') the main 'meaning' ('sense') — that's why subsense refers to a secondary meaning.

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