karyotype

/ˈkaɹɪə(ʊ)taɪp/

noun

  1. 1

    The observed characteristics (number, type, shape, etc) of the chromosomes of an individual or species.

  2. 2

    A record of such characteristics, usually photographic.

  3. 3

    A group of individuals or species that have the same chromosomal characteristics.

verb

  1. 1

    To investigate or record such characteristics

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