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karyotype.

The observed characteristics (number, type, shape, etc) of the chromosomes of an individual or species.

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Meaning & usage

noun/ˈkaɹɪə(ʊ)taɪp/UK
  1. The observed characteristics (number, type, shape, etc) of the chromosomes of an individual or species.

  2. A record of such characteristics, usually photographic.

  3. A group of individuals or species that have the same chromosomal characteristics.

    obsolete
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Russian кариотип (kariotip), equivalent to karyo- + -type.

verb/ˈkaɹɪə(ʊ)taɪp/UK
  1. To investigate or record such characteristics.

    transitive
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Russian кариотип (kariotip), equivalent to karyo- + -type.

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