noun
- the passing of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another
Usage: biology
Examples
- The color of your eyes is determined by heredity.
- Scientists study heredity to understand how traits are passed from parents to children.
- Both heredity and environment influence a person’s development.
- The disease runs in families due to heredity.
- Heredity plays a major role in determining height.
- Researchers are investigating the role of heredity in intelligence.