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clone
clone / clone / clone / To produce a genetically identical copy of a biological entity. / To make an exact copy of a piece of software or a hardware configuration.
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Meanings
Nounclone
An organism or cell produced asexually from one ancestor to be genetically identical to it.
"The scientists created a clone of the sheep."
Nounclone
A person or thing that is very similar to another.
"He is a virtual clone of his father in both appearance and temperament."
Noun
[computing]
clone
"A computer or software program that is designed to be a functional copy of another existing system.|The company released a cheap clone of the popular gaming console."
Transitive VerbTo produce a genetically identical copy of a biological entity.
[~ something]