telegonous

/tɛlɪˈɡɒnəs, ˌtɛlɪˈɡɒnɪəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or given by a telegony, a supposed influence of the semen of one male on the offspring of another male

“The telegonous effects were a topic of debate among geneticists.”

2. noun

a supposed influence of the semen of one male on the offspring of another male

“The concept of telegony was disproven in the late 19th century.”

Synonyms

  • heredity
  • inherited

Antonyms

  • environmental
  • epigenetic