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Term: Subsense

Definition:

A subsense refers to a secondary or subordinate meaning of a word or phrase that is distinct but related to its primary sense.

Example Sentences:

• 1. In the sentence, "The term 'bank' has different subsenses such as a financial institution or the edge of a river," the word 'bank' is used with multiple meanings.
• 2. The subsense of the word 'run' can include jogging, sprinting, or participating in a race.
• 3. The subsense of 'bright' in this context refers to a person with exceptional intelligence or talent.

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