Clonally

/ˈkloʊnəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or involving clones; through clonal reproduction.

Etymology

From 'clonal' + '-ly' suffix; the adverb form indicating manner or means of action in cloning processes.

Kelly Says

This adverb is mainly used in scientific writing—'organisms reproduce clonally' is a precise way to say they create genetically identical offspring without sexual reproduction.

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