1. smaller parts or components that make up a larger unit or structure
Usage: plural form of subunit

Examples

• The protein consists of four identical subunits.
• Each military division is composed of several subunits.
• The researchers studied the individual subunits of the enzyme.
• The apartment complex has three main buildings with multiple subunits.
• Scientists identified the subunits responsible for the molecule’s function.
• The organization restructured its subunits to improve efficiency.