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genetic trait
[/dʒəˈnɛtɪk treɪt/]
noun
pl: genetic traits
traço genético
1.
A characteristic or feature of an organism that is determined by genes and can be inherited from parents to offspring
Blue eyes are a genetic trait that can be passed down through families.
Os olhos azuis são um traço genético que pode ser transmitido através das famílias.
2.
Any observable or measurable characteristic controlled by one or more genes
Height is a complex genetic trait influenced by multiple genes.
A altura é um traço genético complexo influenciado por múltiplos genes.
Synonyms
hereditary trait
inherited trait
heritable characteristic
gene trait
Antonyms
acquired trait
environmental trait
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
traço genético
Standard term used in Brazilian Portuguese across all regions
Portugal
traço genético
Standard term used in European Portuguese
General Brazilian
característica hereditária
Alternative term emphasizing inheritance aspect
Related Idioms & Phrases
it runs in the family
hereditary trait
pass down genes
genetic inheritance
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