subproduct

/ˈsʌbprɒdʌkt/

Definitions

1. noun

A product resulting from a process or operation, but not the main or primary product.

“The factory produced several subproducts in addition to the main product.”

2. noun

A by-product or secondary product.

“The company’s research led to a number of unexpected subproducts.”

Synonyms

  • byproduct
  • secondary product

Antonyms

  • main product
  • primary product