The set of observable characteristics or traits of an organism, such as its morphology, development, biochemical or physiological properties, and behavior, which result from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.

The phenotype of the plant includes its height, leaf shape, and flower color.

An individual organism, or a group of organisms, exhibiting a particular set of observable traits.

Several phenotypes were selected for the breeding program.

A specific expressed variant of a trait within a population.

The albino phenotype is easily identified by its lack of pigmentation.

phenotypeverb

To determine, describe, or analyze the phenotype of an organism.

The researchers phenotyped the transgenic mice to assess their disease resistance.

phenotypeadjective

Relating to or associated with a phenotype; used attributively before a noun.

Phenotype analysis revealed significant variation among strains.