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Definition of: phyletic
(fī·let′ik) adjective
1. Pertaining to a phyle or clan.
2. Of or pertaining to a phylum. Also phy·lic (fī′lik). [<Gk. phyletikos <phyletēs a tribesman <phylē a tribe]
—phy·let′·i·cal·ly adverb
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