Phenotype (noun) (biology)
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The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
Early 20th century: from German Phaenotypus (see pheno-, type).
Example sentences
“A classic forward genetics approach relies on the identification of observable mutant phenotypes.”
Wonky (adj) won-kee Not straight or balanced, off kilter. First recorded in 1915–20; perhaps variant of dialectal wanky, equivalent to wank(le) ( Middle English wankel, Old English wancol. (more…)