Definition
adjective
Of or pertaining to a trait capable of being transmitted genetically from parent to offspring.
Supplement
For instance, a hereditary disease such as hemophilia can be passed on from parents to offspring.
Word origin: late ME < L hērēditārius relating to inheritance, equiv. to hērēdit(ās), inheritance.
See also: heredity.
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