subchapter

/ˈsʌbˌtʃæptər/

Definitions

1. noun

A section or division within a larger chapter or document, especially in a legislative or legal context.

“The subchapter outlined the tax laws applicable to small businesses.”

2. verb

To divide or separate a chapter or document into smaller sections.

“The editor decided to subchapter the long article into several smaller pieces.”

Synonyms

  • article
  • division
  • section

Antonyms

  • chapter
  • whole