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Subtype

/sˈʌˌbtaɪp/
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(noun) A group of specific things within a larger, more general group.

Dima actually thought that midget porn is some subtype of child porn.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The researchers identified a specific ____ of the virus that seemed to be more resistant to treatment.

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