n. 1. A distinct phenotype associated with a specific allele. 2. See allele. [Greek allēlōn, mutually (from allos, other; see al-1 in the Appendix of Indo-European roots) + -MORPH.] al·le′lo·morphic adj. al·le′lo·morphism n. |
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