subentry

noun
UK /ˈsʌbˌɛntri/
US /ˈsʌbˌɛntri/

A subentry is a smaller part inside a bigger list or book entry.

Under the word 'apple,' the dictionary has a subentry for 'apple pie.'


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A separate item listed under a main item in a catalog or database.

The library catalog shows each chapter as a subentry under the book title.

3. A secondary record within a larger record in a ledger or account.

The accountant added a subentry for office supplies under the main expense account.

4. A smaller heading within a larger heading in a document or outline.

In the report's outline, 'budget details' is a subentry under 'planning.'