1. relating to or designating government officials who rank below cabinet level
Usage: government

1. a government official who ranks below cabinet level
Usage: government

Examples

• The subcabinet officials met to discuss policy implementation.
• She was appointed to a subcabinet position in the Department of Education.
• The subcabinet level includes deputy secretaries and assistant secretaries.
• Many subcabinet appointments do not require Senate confirmation.
• The administration filled key subcabinet posts with experienced professionals.
• Subcabinet officials often handle the day-to-day operations of government departments.