subfield
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of subfield
Example Sentences
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Computer vision is a subfield of AI that deals with the ability of computers to interpret and analyze visual data from the world.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2024
But in this subfield of math, the only rule is that nothing ever adds up.
From Slate • Jan. 30, 2024
Its fresh data has transformed this research area from a fringe pursuit to a vibrant, established subfield of planetary science.
From Scientific American • Jul. 28, 2022
He seemed disappointed in Mr. Summers, whom he regards as a brilliant economist who has strayed into a subfield where Mr. Zucman claims more expertise.
From New York Times • Feb. 21, 2020
I suffer the daily experience of being baffled by articles in my field, my subfield, even my sub-sub-subfield.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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