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

Example:
The new housing development is a large subdivision.
Many families are moving into the new subdivision on the edge of town.
2.

the act of dividing something into smaller parts

Example:
The subdivision of tasks made the project more manageable.
The biological classification involves the subdivision of species into various groups.