acquired characteristic en · NOUN
Meanings
- (qualifier:evolutionary theory) A change or modification to a living organism that occurs during its lifetime, that is not incorporated into its DNA, and hence cannot be passed on to its offspring; for example, the loss of a limb in an accident, or stunted growth due to inadequate nutrition.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| acquired characteristics | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
ar صِفَة مُكْتَسَبَة (Translations)