Heredity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /hɪˈɹɛdɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Heredity is a noun meaning Hereditary transmission of the physical and genetic qualities of parents to their offspring; the biological law by which living beings tend to repeat their characteristics in their descendants.
Meaning
Hereditary transmission of the physical and genetic qualities of parents to their offspring; the biological law by which living beings tend to repeat their characteristics in their descendants.
Example Sentences
laws of heredity
genetics and heredity
influence of heredity
Eye color is often determined by heredity.
Word Forms
- heredities
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reversional, endowment, heritability, heritage, inherit, estate.
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