Mendelism

American  

[men-dl-iz-uhm] / ˈmɛn dlˌɪz əm /

Also Mendelianism

noun

1. the theories of heredity advanced by Gregor Mendel.

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Mendelism British  

/ ˈmɛndəˌlɪzəm, mɛnˈdiːlɪəˌnɪzəm /

noun

1. the science of heredity based on Mendel's laws with some modifications in the light of more recent knowledge

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Etymology

Origin of Mendelism

First recorded in 1900–05; Mendel + -ism

Example Sentences

In the sections to follow, we consider some of the extensions of Mendelism.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

It is not here claimed that Mendelism is a universal principle, that all characteristics are transmitted in this way.

From The Science of Human Nature A Psychology for Beginners by Pyle, William Henry

Whether Mendelism will assist the breeder in the production of these finer points is at present doubtful.

From Mendelism Third Edition by Punnett, Reginald Crundall

That is obvious to the prophets of Mendelism; but, whilst they admit this, they will have nothing to say to the lawgiver.

From Science and Morals and Other Essays by Windle, Bertram Coghill Alan, Sir

Mendelism, 4, 67, 74, 75, 81 et seq.,

From Woman and Womanhood A Search for Principles by Saleeby, C. W. (Caleb Williams)