formerSubdivisionOf

Given a predicate that represents a relationship or action between entities, generate a one-sentence description explaining its meaning.  
# Instructions
Focus on describing the relationship, not the entities themselves. 
# Response Format
Begin the description with \' Indicates...\'

Predicate: formerSubdivisionOf

Indicates that an entity once functioned as an administrative or territorial part of another entity but no longer holds that status.