Phenotype (noun) (biology)
fee-no-tipe
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.”
Word of the Day - Ergatocracy (noun) ur-gat-ok-ra-see Government by the workers.
