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Definition of subpopulation

subpopulation

/ˌsʌbˌpɑːpjəˈleɪʃən/
sub · pop · u · la · tion
Plural:subpopulations
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• noun

1

An identifiable fraction or subdivision of a larger population, especially in biology, ecology, demography, or statistics, that shares specific genetic, geographical, or demographic characteristics.

Example

"The researchers analyzed a specific subpopulation of patients to determine how age affected the treatment's efficacy."

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