SUBORDINA'TION, n. [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.