Meaning
A new specimen of a previously described species which, in order to maintain nomenclatural stability or solve doubtful or confusing identities, is designated to serve as the type specimen, possibly replacing a previous holotype or neotype
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From neo- + type.
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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