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pedigree

listen  (PEH-dih-gree)

A graphic illustration of family history.


Standard pedigree nomenclature; diagram shows common symbols used to draw a pedigree.
Standard pedigree nomenclature. Common symbols are used to draw a pedigree (family tree). A pedigree shows relationships between family members and patterns of inheritance for certain traits and diseases.