Definition of Genotype

the genetic makeup of a particular organism or group of organisms

Examples of Genotype in a sentence

If both of your parents have dark hair, you likely won’t have the genotype to be a blonde.  🔊

The genetic makeup, or genotype, of an organism can determine many physical traits.  🔊

Every physical trait from eye color to skin color is the result of that person’s genotype.  🔊

Scientists today are still working to fully understand the human genotype in relation to the phenotype.  🔊

Some drugs work better with people of a different genotype.  🔊

A person’s genotype is determined by the sum of their parent’s genes.  🔊

Genetics makes it easier to break down the human genotype.  🔊

Though there are many similarities, every animal has a unique genotype.  🔊

Fully studying the genotype of a creature takes an advanced understanding of genetics.  🔊

It was a mystery how someone could have the genotype that made her tall when both of her parents were so short.  🔊

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