holandric /hol·an·dric/ (hol-an´drik) inherited exclusively through the male descent; transmitted through genes located on the Y chromosome.
holandric
ho·lan·dric (h -l n dr k, h -)adj. Relating to a trait encoded by a gene or genes located on the Y-chromosome and therefore occurring only in males. |
holandric
[holan′drik]
Etymology: Gk, holos, whole, aner, man
1 referring to genes located on the nonhomologous portion of the Y chromosome.
2 pertaining to traits or conditions transmitted only through the paternal line. Compare hologynic.
holandric
inherited exclusively through the male descent; transmitted through genes located on the Y chromosome in mammals.
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