subunit
Pronunciation: [sʌbˈjuːnɪt]
Word
Context: “biology”
(noun) a smaller part that makes up a larger unit. In biology, a subunit can be something like a small part of a bigger molecule or cell. Just like how a toy can have many small pieces that build the whole thing.
Example
The protein consists of several different subunits that work together.
Example
The whole molecule is not made of just one subunit; it needs many different parts.
Example
Can you name the subunits that make up this complex protein?
Context: “organization”
(noun) a smaller division or section within a larger organization. For example, a school might have different subunits like departments for math, science, and art.
Example
Each subunit of the organization helps in a specific area to achieve the main goals.
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The team is not effective because the subunits do not communicate with each other.
Example
What are the different subunits in this company?
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