testcross


test·cross

noun \ˈtes(t)-ˌkrs\

Definition of TESTCROSS

: a genetic cross between a homozygous recessive individual and a corresponding suspected heterozygote to determine the genotype of the latter
testcross transitive verb

First Known Use of TESTCROSS

1934

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