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Definition of Inherited
1. Adjective. Occurring among members of a family usually by heredity. "Genetically transmitted features"
Exact synonyms: Familial, Genetic, Hereditary, Transmissible, Transmitted
Similar to: Heritable, Inheritable
Derivative terms: Family, Heredity, Heredity, Transmit
Similar to: Heritable, Inheritable
Derivative terms: Family, Heredity, Heredity, Transmit
Definition of Inherited
1. Verb. (past of inherit) ¹
2. Adjective. Obtained via an inheritance ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Inherited
1. inherit [v] - See also: inherit
Medical Definition of Inherited
1. Derived from a preformed genetic code present in the parents. Contrast with acquired. (05 Mar 2000)