noun
- a smaller group that is part of a larger group
- a distinct group within a mathematical set that satisfies certain conditions
Usage: mathematics
verb
- to divide into smaller groups
Examples
- The research team was divided into three subgroups to study different aspects of the problem.
- Teenagers form a distinct subgroup within the larger population.
- The teacher decided to subgroup the students based on their reading levels.
- In algebra, we studied how to identify subgroups within larger mathematical structures.
- The marketing department created subgroups to target different customer segments.
- Scientists subgroup the data to analyze patterns more effectively.
- Each subgroup will present their findings to the entire class.