neo lamarckian
/ˌnioʊ ləˈmɑrkiən/
adjective
- Relating to a theory of evolution that suggests organisms can pass on traits acquired during their lifetime to their offspring.
- Her research examines neo-Lamarckian mechanisms in plant adaptation.
- Some scientists still explore neo-Lamarckian ideas about inheritance.
- The neo-Lamarckian view was popular in the 19th century but later challenged.
noun
- A person who supports or follows neo-Lamarckian evolutionary theory.
- The conference brought together neo-Lamarckians and other evolutionary biologists.
- As a neo-Lamarckian, she believed that learned behaviors could be inherited.
- The debate between Darwinists and neo-Lamarckians continued for decades.