recessive
re
ce
ˈsɛ
se
ssive
sɪv
siv
British pronunciation
/ɹɪsˈɛsɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "recessive"in English

Recessive
01

an allele that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its paired allele is identical

recessive
01

(of a gene or trait) showing its specific appearance only when an individual inherits it from both parents

02

experiencing an economic decline

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