patroclinous

(pătˌrə-klīˈnəs) also pat·ri·cli·nous (-rĭ-)

adjective
Having inherited characteristics that more closely resemble the father's side than the mother's side.

Origin:

Origin: patr(i)-

Origin: + Greek klīnein, to lean; see klei- in Indo-European roots

Origin: + -ous

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