clone 1 of 2

noun

ˈklōn How to pronounce clone (audio)
Definition of clonenext
1
as in copy
something that is made to look exactly like something else the car is a clone under a different brand name—it's even manufactured in the same plant as its cousin

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2
as in replica
something or someone that strongly resembles another the new television series is a clone of half a dozen police procedurals already on the air

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clone

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verb

as in to copy
to make an exact likeness of will clone the designer outfit for the ready-to-wear market

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Recent Examples of clone
Noun
On Friday, the 19-year-old was recording a livestream when one fan posed a question referencing the rumor that Spears has been replaced by a clone. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 19 July 2026 The Duo stops short of being a direct clone, thanks to several bespoke components and its unique sidecar chassis. — New Atlas, 9 July 2026
Verb
Britney Spears’ son Jayden is shutting down the rumors that his mom has been cloned. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 19 July 2026 Those blueprints proved useful to Fire Point in learning how to clone Russia’s more advanced missile system, the S-400, which formed the basis for the FP-7x. — Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for clone
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clone
  1. copy
  2. replica
  3. reproduce
  4. reproduction
  5. image
  6. replicate
  7. twin
  8. render
Noun
  • Fort Worth police did not immediately provide copies of affidavits supporting the suspects’ arrests.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
  • Because if those questions — including the fundamental one — aren't being answered, better copy probably isn't the fix.
    — Sonia Thompson, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of copy
Noun
  • The walls are decorated with lamps and replica guns, and in future the group plans to add a projector and an air-conditioning unit.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2026
  • This included getting access to a replica of the infamous red Ferrari, according to Carol Smith, executive director of communications for Glenbrook High School District 225, which includes Glenbrook North, and an organizer of the photo shoot.
    — Alexandra Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of replica
Verb
  • The fish eat invasive weeds but don’t reproduce, leading to annual fish stocking.
    — John Marks, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • The method generates complex patterns that are difficult for classical systems to reproduce.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
Definition of reproduce
Noun
  • As a result, this could cause diminished reproduction cycles for the whales.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 20 July 2026
  • Studies show warmer winters have also extended their reproduction period and reduced cold fatalities.
    — Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Definition of reproduction
Noun
  • New images circulating online appear to show what defense analysts believe is the fifth prototype of China’s sixth-generation J-36 fighter jet, according to a report.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The island now houses the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, where visitors can search digital images of ship manifests for the immigration records of their relatives.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of image
Verb
  • In this context, replicating reputation management by political methods could prove perilous.
    — Jon Michail, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • There’s power in numbers, and the Hurricanes will be relying on their numbers to have a chance at replicating the kind of success that Bain and Mesidor had last season.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026
Definition of replicate
Noun
  • Remarkably, the children who initially drew them together at Great Beginnings — Begnaud’s son Max and Kisner’s twins — were born just 10 days apart.
    — Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • The coming-of-age series stars Annie and Connor, adopted twins raised by a single dad in New York.
    — Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
Definition of twin
Verb
  • And that Grayson discouraged his fellow deputy from rendering aid.
    — Jerry Nowicki, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • Countless vigilantes have taken to the roadways armed with trash bags, spray paint, laser pointers, and power drills to render the surveillance poles useless, resulting in arrests and investigations by police.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 30 July 2026
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“Clone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clone. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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