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LAMARCKIAN

(adj., noun)
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There are 2 meanings of the word Lamarckian.

Lamarckian - as an adjective

Of or relating to lamarckism

Example: "Lamarckian theories"

Lamarckian - as a noun

A believer in lamarckism

Example Sentences

"The lamarckian theory of evolution suggests that acquired traits can be passed on to the next generation."
"According to lamarckian inheritance, giraffes developed their long necks through stretching and reaching for leaves."
"The lamarckian mechanism proposes that organisms can actively respond to their environment and change their traits accordingly."
"In lamarckian evolution, the use or disuse of certain traits determines their hereditary transmission."
"A lamarckian explanation would argue that the development of longer fingers in piano players is due to frequent and intense practice."
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