neotype

noun

neotype

noun

Etymology From neo- + type.

Biology, Natural sciences, Taxonomy A new specimen of a previously described species which, in order to maintain nomenclatural stability or solve doubtful or confusing identities, is designated to serve as the type specimen, possibly replacing a previous holotype or neotype

Derived terms: isoneotype
Related terms: neotypal, neotypic, neotypical, neotypification, neotypify, neotypy

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