1. a taxonomic category that ranks below genus and above species
Usage: biology

Examples

• The biologist classified the newly discovered species within a specific subgenus.
• Panthera leo belongs to the subgenus Panthera of the cat family.
• Scientists debate whether this group should be considered a separate subgenus.
• The subgenus contains several closely related species.
• Taxonomists use subgenus classifications to organize complex genera.
• This subgenus includes both extinct and living species.