clone
Third Person
clones
Present Participle
cloning
Past Tense
cloned
Past Participle
cloned
1
to create an exact genetic copy of an organism or replicate something closely
transitive
- Scientists successfully cloned the sheep "Dolly" from an adult cell.
- The researchers are attempting to clone endangered species to preserve biodiversity.
- He cloned his favorite plant to have multiple specimens in his garden.
- The scientist explained how bacteria can clone themselves rapidly.