sub·spe·cif·ic

[suhb-spuh-sif-ik]
adjective
1.
of, pertaining to, or of the nature of a subspecies.
2.
less than specific.

Origin:
1865–70; sub- + specific

sub·spe·cif·i·cal·ly, adverb
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subspecies (ˈsʌbˌspiːʃiːz) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n , pl -cies
biology ssp a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a species: usually occurs because of isolation within a species
 
subspecific
 
adj
 
subspe'cifically
 
adv

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Subspecific is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
Example sentences
Subspecific identification is more challenging in winter.
Species may also be given a subspecific designation such as variety or subspecies.
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