Matroclinous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Matroclinous is an adjective meaning Having mostly maternally inherited characteristics.
Meaning
Having mostly maternally inherited characteristics.
Example Sentences
Another frequently cited case of apparent matroclinous heredity is one described by Kühn (1027) in the wasp, Habrobracon juglandis.
Word Forms
- matriclinous
Antonyms for matroclinous
Common opposites include patroclinous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include matroclinic, matrescent, matricary, madreporian, mastigophorous, fetiparous.
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