Type
- Pronunciation
- /tahyp/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Type
- Plural
- Types
Definition
A reference specimen or group of specimens used as a representative example of a species or other taxonomic group.
Etymology
From Latin 'typus,' meaning 'figure, image.'
Example
The type specimen for the species was collected in the Amazon Rainforest and is stored in the museum's entomology department.
Synonyms
Related Terms
- Taxonomy
- Specimen
- Species
- Classification
Usage Notes
In taxonomy, the type specimen is critical as it provides a clear reference for the identification and naming of species.