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karyotype

noun

  1. the entire chromosomal complement of an individual or cell; also: the chromosomes themselves or a representation of them
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈkaɹɪə(ʊ)taɪp/

noun

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

  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.

verb

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

  1. To investigate or record such characteristics.