superphylum

[US]/ˌsuːpəˈfaɪləm/
[UK]/ˌsuːpərˈfaɪləm/

Translation

n.A taxonomic rank above phylum and below kingdom
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in biological taxonomy, a superphylum is a rank above phylum.

the superphylum groups several related phyla together.

scientists use the term superphylum to classify animals.

the deuterostomia is a well-known superphylum in the animal kingdom.

a superphylum represents a major branch of the evolutionary tree.

taxonomists debate the placement of certain groups within superphylum.

the superphylum bilateria includes most animal phyla.

molecular studies have redefined traditional superphylum boundaries.

the superphylum concept helps organize biological diversity.

some classifications recognize multiple superphylum levels.

the superphylum protostomia contains diverse invertebrate groups.

the arthropod superphylum includes insects, spiders, and crustaceans.

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