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Definition of subclause

subclause

/ˈsʌbˌklɔːz/
sub · clause
Plural:subclauses
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subclause Lexical Profile

subclause Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A secondary or subordinate provision, paragraph, or subdivision within a larger clause of a legal document, contract, or statute.

Example

"The attorney pointed to a specific subclause in the lease agreement that outlined the tenant's maintenance responsibilities."

2

In grammar, a subordinate or dependent clause that forms part of and depends on a main clause.

Example

"In complex sentences, a relative subclause is often used to provide additional information about the antecedent noun."

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• Nearby Words

subcenter
subchapter
subclass
subclause
subcommissioner
subcommittee
subcommunity

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Subclause. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/subclause
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