Definition

To grow or develop as a genetically identical copy of another organism.

Example

The scientist was able to clone the rare plant successfully.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they can actually clone plants now?

Yeah, it's amazing how science has advanced!

I wonder if they'll be able to clone animals in the future.

That would be something! But it raises a lot of ethical questions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A living thing or a group of cells that is exactly the same as another, created from a single ancestor or original source.

Example

The scientist created a clone of the plant to study its growth patterns.

Conversation

Did you hear about that scientist who managed to create a clone of a rare plant?

Yeah, I read an article about it! It's amazing how they can replicate something so unique.

I wonder if they'll eventually try to clone animals too.

Definition

To create an exact copy of something, especially in a biological or technological context.

Example

Scientists can clone animals to study their genetics.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how scientists clone plants to create new varieties?

Yeah, it's fascinating! I read that they can make identical copies of a single plant.

Exactly! It’s amazing how they can clone something so perfectly.

Root Explanation

Clone → The word 'clone' originates from the Greek word 'klon' (κλων), meaning 'twig' or 'branch'. It refers to a genetic copy or a descendant that is derived from a single parent organism, much like a branch growing from a tree.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'twig' or 'branch' ('klon') that grows from a tree, representing how a clone is a copy or offshoot of the original.

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