stereotype
A new kind of model element defined within a profile based on an existing kind of model element. It is essentially a new metaclass. Stereotypes may extend the semantics but not the structure of preexisting metamodel classes.
See also constraint, tagged value.
Semantics
A stereotype represents a variation of an existing model element with the same form (such as attributes and relationships) but with a modified intent. Generally, a stereotype represents a usage distinction. A stereotyped element may have additional constraints beyond those of the base element, as well as a distinct visual image and additional properties (metaatributes) defined through tag definitions. It is expected that code generators and other tools may treat stereotyped ...
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