n. [ Cf. F. subordination. ] 1. The act of subordinating, placing in a lower order, or subjecting. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. The quality or state of being subordinate or inferior to an other; inferiority of rank or dignity; subjection. [ 1913 Webster ]
Natural creature having a local subordination. Holyday. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. Place of inferior rank. [ 1913 Webster ]
Persons who in their several subordinations would be obliged to follow the example of their superiors. Swift. [ 1913 Webster ]