Race and Subspecies

Race

Race noun - (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species.

Subspecies is a synonym for race. In some cases you can use "Subspecies" instead a noun "Race".

Nearby Words: raced, racing, racist, racism, racer

Subspecies

Subspecies noun - (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species.
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Synonyms for Subspecies

Race is a synonym for subspecies. You can use "Race" instead a noun "Subspecies".

Both words in one sentence

  • Human Subspecies Two species of Human Aliens have deliberately engineered their race into various subspecies for different reasons.
  • The Faata have also artificially created subspecies among their kind, with the majority of the race relegated to the subservient status.
  • Massive Race Selection Note that "race" here means intelligent species or subspecies — not skin colors, cultures, or factions, and certainly not racing games.
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