genotype
/ˈdʒiːnətaɪp/
noun
- The genetic makeup of an organism, including all of its genes, as opposed to its physical appearance.
- A person's genotype can influence their risk for certain diseases.
- The scientist studied the genotype of the pea plants to understand how traits are inherited.
- Even though the twins looked different, their genotype was nearly identical.
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