Definition

1. Noun:
   • The specific set of alleles an organism possesses at one or more genetic loci: This refers to the exact genetic makeup of an individual for a particular trait or set of traits. It is the organism's internal genetic code.
   • A group of organisms that share the same genetic constitution: This refers to a class or category of organisms that are genetically identical or very similar.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • Scientists analyzed the plant's genotype to understand its resistance to disease.
  • Individuals with the same genotype for eye color may still have different phenotypes due to environmental factors.
  • The lab mice used in the study were all of the same genotype.

Advanced Usage

• "To determine the genotype": To identify the specific alleles present.
  • The test was used to determine the patient's genotype for the inherited condition.
• "Genotype frequency": The proportion of a particular genotype in a population.
  • The study calculated the genotype frequency of the variant in the sampled community.

Variants and Related Words

• Genotypic (adj): Relating to or of the nature of a genotype.
  • The researchers observed significant genotypic variation among the samples.
• Genotyping (n): The process of determining an organism's genotype.
  • Genotyping is a crucial step in modern genetic research.

Synonyms

• Genetic constitution: The genetic makeup of an organism.
• Genetic makeup: The complete set of genes or alleles.

Related Terms and Contrasts

• Phenotype (n): The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment. This is a key contrasting term.
  • While the genotype provides the blueprint, the phenotype is the expressed trait.

Noun

1. the particular alleles at specified loci present in an organism
2. a group of organisms sharing a specific genetic constitution