Karyotype
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkaɹɪə(ʊ)taɪp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Karyotype is a noun meaning (genetics) The observed characteristics (number, type, shape, etc) of the chromosomes of an individual or species.
Meaning
(genetics) The observed characteristics (number, type, shape, etc) of the chromosomes of an individual or species.
More Meanings
- (genetics) A record of such characteristics, usually photographic.
- (transitive) To investigate or record such characteristics.
- (obsolete, genetics) A group of individuals or species that have the same chromosomal characteristics.
Word Forms
- karyotypes
- karyotyping
- karyotyped
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include karyogram, karotype, karyograph, karyomorph, karyology, karyotypy.
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