Branched

bræntʃt

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of branch; to divide into two or more parts.

The river branched into several smaller streams as it flowed through the valley.

To create or extend branches.

After the storm, the tree had branched extensively, with several new limbs reaching out.

adjective

Having branches; divided into branch-like parts.

The branched structure of the coral made it a unique habitat for various fish.

Describing something that has diverged from a main path or point.

The branched network of roads made navigation challenging.

Derived from the word 'branch' with the suffix '-ed' indicating a state or condition.

branch out

To extend or expand into new areas or activities.

branch office

A secondary office or facility of a larger company.

branch of knowledge

A specific area of study or expertise.

branch

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk.

branching

The process of dividing into branches.

branchless

Having no branches.

To go off in a different direction or to expand.

After college, she branched into a whole new career path.

To connect or spread out in various directions.

Their friendship branched out to include many other people.