SUBORDINA'TION, noun [See Subordinate.] 1. The state of being inferior to another; inferiority of rank or dignity. 2. A series regularly descending. Natural creatures having a local subordination-- 3. Place of rank among inferiors. --Persons, who in their several subordinations would be obliged to follow the example of their superiors. 4. Subjection; state of being under control or government. The most glorious military achievements would be a calamity and a curse, if purchased at the expense of habits of subordination and love of order.
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