genome
//ˈdʒiːnoʊm//
Noun
genomeSingular
genomesPlural
1
The complete set of genetic material, including all genes and non-coding sequences, present in a cell or organism.
Scientists have successfully mapped the human genome.
2
The haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete or microorganism, or in each cell of a multicellular organism.
Scientists have successfully mapped the human genome, identifying all the chromosomes in our cells.