What is another word for sex-linkage?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛkslˈɪŋkɪd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
Sex-linkage refers to the inheritance of a trait that is determined by a gene on the X or Y chromosome. Synonyms for sex-linkage include X-linkage and Y-linkage since these traits are transmitted through the X or Y chromosome, respectively. In addition, the term sex-limited inheritance refers to traits that are expressed differently in males and females due to their sex chromosomes. Another related term is sex-influenced inheritance, which refers to traits that are influenced by the sex hormones present in the individual. These terms are commonly used in genetics to describe the complex inheritance patterns of traits that are influenced by an individual's sex.
