Definitions for: Suborder

[n] (biology) taxonomic group that is a subdivision of an order

Webster (1913) Definition: Sub*or"der, n. (Nat. Hist.)
A division of an order; a group of genera of a little lower
rank than an order and of greater importance than a tribe or
family; as, cichoraceous plants form a suborder of
Composit[ae].

See Also: order, taxon, taxonomic group