Synonyms for
Clone
Definition
A clone is an organism or cell that is genetically identical to another organism or cell.
Synonyms & similar words
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Literary
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Common collocations
- human clone
- animal clone
- gene clone
- DNA clone
- clone cell
- clone embryo
- clone army
- clone trooper
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Usage note
While 'clone' can refer to a biological copy, it's also used informally to describe someone or something that is an exact copy or lacks originality. Be mindful of the context, as the biological meaning is highly specific.
Example sentences
- The scientist created a clone of the apple tree to make more apples.
- There are many clones of this toy in the store.
- The clone of the famous painting was almost identical to the original.
- The mouse clone had the same genetic material as the original mouse.
- The company was able to produce a clone of the popular smartphone.
Quotes
Cloning looks like a degrading of parenthood and a devaluation of children.
Cloning, wow. Who would have thought? There should be a list of people who can and cannot clone themselves.
Cloning may be good and it may be bad. Probably it's a bit of both. The question must not be greeted with reflex hysteria but decided quietly, soberly and on its own merits. We need less emotion and more thought.