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Subsystem Moderate

Origin: Latin prefix sub-

Subsystem has 2 different meanings across 1 category:

Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

a system that is part of some larger system

"The braking mechanism functions as a critical subsystem within the vehicle's overall safety system."

2

Alternative spelling of sub-system

"The technical manual lists both "subsystem" and "sub-system" as acceptable spellings for a component within a larger system."

In plain English: A subsystem is a smaller part of a larger system that works together to do a specific job.

"The car's braking system is just one subsystem that works together to keep you safe while driving."

Example Sentences
"The car's braking system is just one subsystem that works together to keep you safe while driving." noun
"The new software update fixed a bug in the login subsystem." noun
"Every car has multiple mechanical subsystems that keep it running smoothly." noun
"Our company organized its data into several secure subsystems for better management." noun
See Also
subsystemic data transfer object subcontroller aspect oriented subsystems network subsystem aerostructure data bus
Related Terms
Broader Terms (hypernyms)
system

Origin

The word subsystem is formed by combining the prefix sub- with system. It entered English as a straightforward compound meaning something that exists within or below another larger system.

Rhyming Words
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