subsector

sec·tor

S s

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sek-ter]
- /ˈsɛk tər/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sek-ter]
- /ˈsɛk tər/

Definitions of subsector word

noun subsector Geometry. a plane figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle. 1
noun subsector a mathematical instrument consisting of two flat rulers hinged together at one end and bearing various scales. 1
noun subsector Machinery. a device used in connection with an index plate, consisting of two arms rotating about the center of the plate and set to indicate the angle through which the work is indexed. 1
noun subsector Military. a designated defense area, usually in a combat zone, within which a particular military unit operates and for which it is responsible. 1
noun subsector Astronomy. an instrument shaped like a sector of a circle, having a variable central angle and sights along the two straight sides, for measuring the angular distance between two celestial bodies. 1
noun subsector a distinct part, especially of society or of a nation's economy: the housing sector; the educational sector. 1

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Origin of subsector

First appearance:

before 1560

One of the 32% oldest English words

1560-70; < Late Latin: sector, Latin: cutter, equivalent to of sec(āre) to cut + -tor -tor

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Parts of speech for Subsector

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subsector popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 66% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

subsector usage trend in Literature

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