English word karyotype comes from English -type, English karyo- (Relating to the nucleus of cells.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -type | English (eng) | (biology) Used to form words referring to groups of organisms characterized by the presence of a specific feature. Impressed form; stamp; print. Typical form. |
| karyo- | English (eng) | Relating to the nucleus of cells. |
| кариотип | Russian (rus) | |
| karyotype | English (eng) | To investigate or record such characteristics (genetics) A record of such characteristics, usually photographic.. (genetics) The observed characteristics (number, type, shape, etc) of the chromosomes of an individual or species.. (obsolete, genetics) A group of individuals or species that have the same chromosomal characteristics. |