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Definition of subcompact

subcompact

/ˈsʌbˌkɑːm.pækt/
sub · com · pact
Plural:subcompacts
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subcompact Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

North American Designating or relating to a class of small automobiles that are smaller than a compact car.

Example

"The rental agency upgraded our reservation from a subcompact vehicle to a midsize sedan at no extra charge."

2

Noticeably smaller and more lightweight than a standard or compact model of a device, tool, or appliance.

Example

"The technician carried a subcompact cordless drill that easily fit inside his tool belt."

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• noun

1

North American An automobile belonging to a size class smaller than a compact car, typically having an combined interior and cargo volume between 85 and 99 cubic feet.

Example

"Driving a fuel-efficient subcompact makes parallel parking on crowded city streets much easier."

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• Nearby Words

subcommissioner
subcommittee
subcommunity
subcompact
subcomponent
subconscious
subconsciously

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