What does CLONE mean?

Clone

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition: As a noun, a clone is a genetically identical copy of an organism or cell. As a verb, to clone means to make a copy of something.

Pronunciations: US: /kloʊn/; UK: /kləʊn/

Origin and Usage: The word clone comes from the Greek word "klōn" meaning "twig" or "branch." The term was first used in biology to describe the process of asexual reproduction in plants. Today, cloning refers to the process of creating a genetically identical copy of an organism or cell. The term is also used more broadly to describe the act of making an exact copy of something.

Synonyms: Replicate, duplicate, copy, reproduce, imitate.

Related 5 letter words: Clasp, close, cloud, clown, cleat.

Example Sentences:

• As a noun: The scientists were able to create a clone of the sheep, Dolly.
• As a verb: The company plans to clone their successful product line in order to expand their business.