Sublist

Definition

The term "sublist" refers to a smaller, contained list that is part of a larger list, often extracted or defined within a larger dataset.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsʌb.lɪst/
• Respelling: SUB-list

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsʌb.lɪst/
• Respelling: SUB-list

Etymology

The word "sublist" is a combination of "sub-" (a Latin prefix meaning "under" or "below") and "list," which originates from the Old French "liste" and the Middle English "list." Together, the term denotes a list contained within another.

Derivatives

• Sublisting (noun)
• Sublistable (adjective)
• Sublisted (adjective, rare)

Synonyms

• Subset
• Segment
• Portion

Antonyms

• Whole
• Aggregate
• Complete list

Usage

The term "sublist" is commonly used in computer science, mathematics, and organizational contexts. For example, in programming, "Extracting a sublist of even numbers from a larger list is a common operation."

Related Terms

• Subset: A group that is entirely contained within another group.
• Array: A data structure consisting of elements.
• Hierarchy: A system in which groups are ranked or nested within larger groups.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A smaller list derived from or contained within a larger list:
  • Example: "The teacher created a sublist of students needing additional help."
• A portion of elements selected from a primary list:
  • Example: "The sublist includes all tasks due this week."