undertribe

/ˈʌndərˌtraɪb/

Definitions

1. noun

A minor subgroup within a tribe, often with distinct customs or traditions.

“The archaeologists discovered evidence of an undertribe within the larger tribe that lived in the region.”

2. noun

A group of people or things that are subordinate to a larger group or organization.

“The undertribe of workers within the company were responsible for maintaining the facilities.”

Synonyms

  • minority
  • subgroup

Antonyms

  • dominant group
  • majority