phy·lo·ge·net·ic (f  l -j -n t  k)adj. 1. Of or relating to phylogeny or phylogenetics. 2. Relating to or based on evolutionary development or history. |
phylogenetic
[fī′lōgənet′ik]
Etymology: Gk, phylon, tribe, genesis, origin
1 relating to or acquired during phylogeny.
2 based on a natural evolutionary relationship, such as a system of classification. Also called phylogenic.
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