kin selection
kin se·lec·tion
K k Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kin si-lek-shuh n]
- /kɪn sɪˈlɛk ʃən/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kin si-lek-shuh n]
- /kɪn sɪˈlɛk ʃən/
Definitions of kin selection words
- noun kin selection a form of natural selection that favors altruistic behavior toward close relatives resulting in an increase in the altruistic individual's genetic contribution to the next generation. 1
- noun kin selection natural selection resulting from altruistic behaviour by animals towards members of the same species, esp their offspring or other relatives 0
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kin selection popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 27% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 66% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
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