phylogeny
/faɪˈlɑdʒəni//faɪˈlɒdʒəni/
noun
- 1
The evolutionary history of groups of organisms, such as species or clades.
- 2
A phylogenetic diagram.
- 3
The historical development of a human social or racial group.
“Understanding the phylogeny of this musical group helps us understand its music.”
- 4
The historical development of any thing, idea, etc.
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