macromutation
/ˌmakrəʊmjuːˈteɪʃn/Biology
noun
A major genetic mutation, especially as a postulated cause or significant contributory factor in the evolution of new taxa; a mutation which causes a large shift in phenotype.
Origin
1940s. From macro- + mutation. Compare micromutation.
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