clone — an identical copy of a living thing
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an identical copy of a living thing
Pronunciation (IPA): /kloʊn/
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks all K-pop idols are clones because they look so similar.
- The company will clone the successful business model.
- If I could clone myself, I'd send one clone to school and keep sleeping.
clone
NOUN[/kloʊn/]
an identical copy of a living thing
Scientists successfully cloned the endangered sheep to help save the species.
The clone looked exactly like the original scientist.
The clone launched a drone and safely explored the dangerous zone.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'klon' meaning 'twig' or 'branch', referring to a plant cutting used for propagation. The term was adapted in the 20th century for biology to describe genetically identical organisms.
Breakdown
klon (Greek: twig/branch) + -e (adopted into English) = clone
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📝Examples
“My mom thinks all K-pop idols are clones because they look so similar.”
“The company will clone the successful business model.”
“If I could clone myself, I'd send one clone to school and keep sleeping.”
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