Superordinate concept

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Definition

A superordinate concept is a concept that is placed in at a higher level than a subordinate concept.

Example

  • Car is superordinate concept of wheels.
  • Rule is superordinate concept of business rule.

References

ISO 704 (2000). Terminology work - Principles and methods.