This shows grade level based on the word's complexity.
phenotype
[ fee-nuh-tahyp ]
/ ˈfi nəˌtaɪp /
See the most commonly confused word associated with genotype
Save This Word!
This shows grade level based on the word's complexity.
noun Genetics.
the observable constitution of an organism.
the appearance of an organism resulting from the interaction of the genotype and the environment.
COMPARE MEANINGS
Click for a side-by-side comparison of meanings. Use the word comparison feature to learn the differences between similar and commonly confused words.
QUIZ
SHALL WE PLAY A "SHALL" VS. "SHOULD" CHALLENGE?
Should you take this quiz on “shall” versus “should”? It should prove to be a quick challenge!
Question 1 of 6
Which form is used to state an obligation or duty someone has?
Compare genotype.
OTHER WORDS FROM phenotype
phe·no·typ·ic [fee-nuh-tip-ik], /ˌfi nəˈtɪp ɪk/, phe·no·typ·i·cal, adjectivephe·no·typ·i·cal·ly, adverbWords nearby phenotype
Dictionary.com Unabridged
Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2022
How to use phenotype in a sentence
Dubbed “forward genetics,” the idea is gene-focused rather than focusing on the phenotype.
Scientists Used CRISPR to Trace Every Human Gene to Its Function|Shelly Fan|June 20, 2022|Singularity HubPractical experiences of human self-constitution extended the human phenotype beyond that of any other known species.
The Civilization of Illiteracy|Mihai Nadin
British Dictionary definitions for phenotype
phenotype
/ (ˈfiːnəʊˌtaɪp) /
noun
the physical and biochemical characteristics of an organism as determined by the interaction of its genetic constitution and the environmentCompare genotype
Derived forms of phenotype
phenotypic (ˌfiːnəʊˈtɪpɪk) or phenotypical, adjectivephenotypically, adverbCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
© William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins
Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
Medical definitions for phenotype
phenotype
[ fē′nə-tīp′ ]
n.
The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.
The expression of a specific trait, such as stature or blood type, based on genetic and environmental influences.
An individual or group of organisms exhibiting a particular phenotype.
Other words from phenotype
phe′no•typ′ic (-tĭp′ĭk) adj.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Scientific definitions for phenotype
phenotype
[ fē′nə-tīp′ ]
The physical appearance of an organism as distinguished from its genetic makeup. The phenotype of an organism depends on which genes are dominant and on the interaction between genes and environment. Compare genotype.
The American Heritage® Science Dictionary
Copyright © 2011. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
Cultural definitions for phenotype
phenotype
[ (fee-nuh-teyep) ]
The outward appearance of an organism; the expression of a genotype in the form of traits that can be seen and measured, such as hair or eye color.
The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition
Copyright © 2005 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.