hypertype

/haɪˈtɪpˌtaɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

A specific level or category in a hierarchical classification, especially in a system of blood groups or other biological classification.

“The new discovery of a rare hypertype of the blood disease helped researchers understand its causes.”

2. noun

A particular style or manner of something, especially in music or art.

“The jazz band’s unique hypertype blended elements of traditional and experimental music.”

Synonyms

  • category
  • classification
  • type

Antonyms

  • heterotype