Meaning of the word subdivision in English
What does subdivision mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
subdivision
US /ˈsʌb.dɪˌvɪʒ.ən/
UK /ˈsʌb.dɪˌvɪʒ.ən/
Noun
1.
an area of land divided into smaller plots for building houses
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The new housing development is a large subdivision.
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Many families are moving into the new subdivision on the edge of town.
2.
the act of dividing something into smaller parts
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The subdivision of tasks made the project more manageable.
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The biological classification involves the subdivision of species into various groups.