Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
holandric
Adjective
/həʊˈlændrɪk/
Definition
Referring to a gene that is carried on the Y chromosome and is therefore passed from father to son.
Examples
- The condition is holandric, meaning it can only be inherited by male offspring.
- Scientists study holandric genes to understand male-specific characteristics.
Meaning
Holandric traits are those that are inherited through the Y chromosome, making them specific to males since only they have this chromosome.
Synonyms
- Y-linked
- Androgenic
