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to create an exact genetic copy of an organism or replicate something closely
an unauthorized replication of a product, design, or software
someone who closely resembles another
a gay man, often from San Francisco or New York, known for exaggeratedly macho appearance and behavior
What is the origin and meaning of the word "clone"?
Clone is a slang term used primarily in gay male culture to describe a man, often from urban centers such as San Francisco or New York, who adopts an exaggeratedly macho appearance and mannerisms. The style became prominent in the 1970s and 1980s, influenced by hypermasculine imagery from leather subculture, pornography, and blue-collar archetypes such as construction workers or bikers. Typical features include muscular build, facial hair, short haircuts, and clothing such as jeans, boots, and flannel shirts, projecting a rugged, traditionally masculine image.
