subphylar

/sʌbˈfaɪlər/
adjective
  1. Relating to a subphylum, a major division within a phylum in biological classification.
    • The subphylar classification of arthropods includes groups like crustaceans and insects.
    • This textbook explains the subphylar characteristics of the Urochordata.
    • Scientists debated the subphylar relationships among early chordates.
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