subordinates

An subordinate is someone who works under the supervision and guidance of another person. They usually report to their boss or supervisor.

When we talk about work, it's common for one person to be in charge and have others working beneath them. This is what happens when there are subordinates. For example, at a company, the manager might give orders to several employees who work under them as subordinates. These employees would do their jobs according to what their boss tells them to do.