genetic map

noun
1.
an arrangement of genes on a chromosome.
Also called gene map, linkage map.
Origin
1955-60
Examples from the web for genetic map
  • Coming to you free online: a navigable genetic map of the human brain.
  • The genetic map for a cute, yet unique, creature turned more heads than those maps for less-interesting creatures.
  • The mouse genetic map, based on morphological markers, has already led to many insights into human biology.
British Dictionary definitions for genetic map

genetic map

noun
1.
a graphic representation of the order of genes within chromosomes by means of detailed analysis of the DNA See also chromosome map
Derived Forms
genetic mapping, noun
genetic map in Medicine

genetic map n.
A graphic representation of the genes or mutable sites on a chromosome.

genetic map in Science
genetic map or gene map  
A graphic representation of the arrangement of a gene or a DNA sequence on a chromosome. A genetic map is used to locate and identify the gene or group of genes that determines a particular inherited trait. ◇ Locating and identifying genes in a genetic map is called genetic mapping.