/ˈsʌbdɪt/ or /ˈsʌbdɪt, ˈsʌbdɪt/ (sub-DIT, SUB-dit)

Definitions

1. noun

A medieval officer in England, ranking below a sub sheriff.

“The subdit was responsible for maintaining law and order in the local village during the 12th century.”

2. verb

To subordinate or subject (something) to another authority.

“The new policy will subdit all regional branches to the main headquarters.”