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he·red·i·tar·y
 hereditary
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- pronunciation:
- h
re
dih
teI
ri
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or pertaining to traits or tendencies that can be genetically transmitted from parent to offspring.
a hereditary disease |
| definition 2: |
in law, of or pertaining to inheritance, as of property.
her hereditary rights |
| definition 3: |
characteristic of or fostered by earlier generations.
hereditary foeshereditary prejudices |
| related words: |
born, native |
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| derivation: |
hereditarily (adv.) |
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