noun Download 🔗Share A rank in the classification of organisms, below species. Examples : "Scientists classify tigers into different subspecies, such as the Bengal tiger and the Siberian tiger, which are all still tigers but have slightly different characteristics. " organism biology science animal nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A taxon at that rank, often indicated with trinomial nomenclature (such as Felis silvestris silvestris in zoology and Pinus nigra subsp. salzmannii in botany). Examples : "Biologists identified a new subspecies of giraffe based on its distinct coat patterns and geographic location. " biology organism nature science animal plant type group Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A subdivision of a species in other scientific disciplines. Examples : "Scientists recognize several subspecies of tigers, each adapted to different regions and environments. " biology organism animal nature science Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading