hol·o·gyn·ic (h l  -j n k, -g nk, h l-)adj. Relating to or being a trait passed only to successive generations of females. |
hologynic
[hol′ōjin′ik]
Etymology: Gk, holos + gyne, female
1 referring to genes located on attached X chromosomes.
2 pertaining to traits or conditions transmitted only through the maternal line. Compare holandric.
hologynic
inherited exclusively through the female descent; transmitted through genes located on attached X chromosomes in mammals.
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