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Pronounciation of pedigree

defined:

A simplified diagram of a family's genealogy that shows family members' relationships to each other and how a particular trait or disease has been inherited.

explained:

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Lindsay Middelton defines pedigree.

illustrated:

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related
terms:

inherited



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