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Definition of sublevel

sublevel

/ˈsʌbˌlɛv.əl/
sub · lev · el
Plural:sublevels
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sublevel Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A subordinate or secondary level within a larger system, hierarchy, or structure.

Example

"Each department in the organization is divided into several sublevels to streamline project management."

2

In chemistry and physics, an energy level defined by quantum theory that is a subdivision of a principal atomic electron shell (designated as s, p, d, or f).

Example

"Electrons fill the lowest available energy sublevel before moving to higher orbitals."

3

In underground mining, an intermediate horizontal passage or working level situated between two main levels.

Example

"The miners excavated a new sublevel to extract the remaining ore safely."

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• Nearby Words

sublessee
sublet
subletter
sublevel
sublime
sublimely
subliminal

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