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subsec

subsec

7.5
A smaller part of a section in a document that gives more detail
  • noun
  • /ˈsʌbˌsɛk/
translation icon : subsección
  • The subsec outlines the main arguments.

Examples

  • Each subsec in the contract addresses a different legal issue.

  • Please see subsec B for the detailed requirements.

  • The instructions can be found in subsec 4.1 of the manual.

  • This subsec is crucial for understanding the topic.

  • The report included a subsec that detailed the findings from the survey.

  • In the legal document, each subsec refers to a specific rule or provision.

  • The subsec on safety regulations was particularly informative.

Synonyms

subsection
vssubsec
42 3.4

A smaller part of a section about one topic

is the shortened written form used for that section label
subpart
vssubsec
28 7.2

A smaller section inside a larger section, for example in a book or manual

is the abbreviated form commonly used to label such inner parts
subdivision
vssubsec
2 4.1

A smaller part of something that has been split, like a chapter or section

is the abbreviated written form used for that broader smaller division
subsegment
vssubsec
5.8

A smaller part of a larger section

is the shortened label often used for this kind of smaller part

Surface Forms

subsec singular
subsecs plural

Morphology

subsec = subsection (transparent) = sub + sec

The abbreviation 'subsec' is a straightforward shortening of 'subsection', maintaining the original meaning.

Etymology

Subsec is a short form of subsection, made from sub- meaning 'under' or 'smaller' and section meaning 'part', like in subway or submarine. So a subsec is a smaller part inside a section of a document.