A sector (section, zone) of a larger sector.(noun)
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Use "subsector" in a sentence
"Energy intelligence is often defined as a subsector of traditional energy efficiency, focused on utility-scale distribution, grid connectivity and two-way communication with end users and devices."
"As speculation increased over a Tepco nationalization Tuesday, the banking subsector on the Topix stock index tumbled 3% and the insurance subsector fell 2%, compared with a 0.9% drop of the overall Topix index."
"There is one notable exception: the precious-metals subsector, where ETF flows significantly outstrip those of mutual funds."