subindex

[ suhb-in-deks ]

noun

, plural sub·in·dex·es, sub·in·di·ces [suhb-, in, -d, uh, -seez].

1. an index to a part or subdivision of a larger category.
2. inferior ( def 11 ).

subindex

/ sʌbˈɪndɛks /

noun

1. another word for subscript
2. an index to a subcategory

Word History and Origins

Origin of subindex¹

First recorded in 1920–25; sub- + index

Example Sentences

The survey showed the subindex gauging employment slipped for the first time since February 2021 as firms didn't replace headcount due to weaker output and order books.

From Reuters

Voluntary resignations in September outpaced filling existing vacancies, leaving the subindex employment figure unchanged from the previous month.

From Reuters

The subindex measuring outstanding businesses swung back above the 50.0 threshold in August helped by the re-acceleration of new orders.

From Reuters

Rising wages also fuelled cost pressures, according to the survey, with the subindex for employment showing the weakest growth in 29 months.

From Reuters

The subindex for future expectations in the euro zone rose 7.3 points to -17.3, which Hussy attributed to easing in the expected rate of deterioration rather than positive sentiment.

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