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Lamarckian

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La·marck·i·an  (l-märk-n)
adj.
Of or relating to Lamarckism.
n.
A supporter of Lamarckism.
Lamarckian [lɑːˈmɑːkɪən]
adj
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biology) of or relating to Jean Baptiste Pierre Antoine de Monet, Chevalier de Lamarck (1744-1829), the French naturalist
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biology) a supporter of Lamarckism
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Noun1.Lamarckian - a believer in Lamarckism
follower - a person who accepts the leadership of another
Adj.1.Lamarckian - of or relating to Lamarckism; "Lamarckian theories"
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