/ˈsʌbdi/ or /ˈsʌbdɪ/ (SUB-dee or SUB-dee)

Definitions

1. noun

A subdialect or a dialect that is considered to be subordinate to a larger dialect or language.

“The linguist spent years studying the subdie of a particular region, comparing its vocabulary and grammar to the standard language.”

2. verb

to subdue or make subject to a dominant dialect or language.

“The dominant language subdie the local dialect, forcing it to adapt to its grammar and syntax.”