| polygene | One of many genes that contribute to the phenotypic value of a measurable phenotype. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| polygenes | Many genes. Eye colour is polygenically controlled. (12 Dec 1998) |
| polygenettic | 1. Having many distinct sources; originating at various places or times. 2. <biology> Of or pertaining to polygenesis; polyphyletic. <geology> Polygenetic mountain range, one which is composite, or consists of two or more monogenetic ranges, each having had its own history of development. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |