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Meaning of subset
A set whose elements are all elements of another set.
Etymology of subset
The word "subset" originated in the mid-20th century, derived from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "set" (a collection of unique objects).
The term is used in mathematics, particularly in set theory, to describe a relationship between two sets.
Synonyms
portion
part
section
division
segment
faction
component
element
constituent
fragment
piece
slice
proportion
percentage
quotient
fraction
branch
subdivision
subcategory
subclass
minority
group
category
subclassification
subgenus
subdivision
component part
partial set
Definitions
- A set whose elements are all elements of another set, known as the superset.
- In mathematics, a subset is a set whose elements are all members of another set.
- In general, a smaller group or part of a larger group.
Usage Examples
- The employees who received bonuses are a subset of the entire staff.
- The set of integers is a subset of the set of real numbers.
- The new policy applies to a subset of customers who have been with the company for over five years.
Antonyms
superset
whole
entirety
complete set
full set
entirety
totality
universality
completeness
entirety
aggregate
total
whole
all
everything
completeness
entirety
inclusivity
integrity
totality
universality