Ramify

/ˈræməˌfaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to divide or spread out into branches or branch-like parts

As the tree grew, its branches began to ramify in all directions.

to have or develop branches or ramifications

The organization started to ramify, establishing several new chapters across the country.

to produce or cause to produce branches or branch-like structures

The research findings may ramify into various fields of study in unexpected ways.

to spread or extend into a complex or intricate system

The implications of the policy could ramify throughout the entire economy.

to develop complications or consequences

The situation began to ramify, leading to unforeseen legal challenges.

From Latin 'ramificare', meaning 'to branch out' (from 'ramus' meaning 'branch')

ramified system

a system that has divided into various components or branches

to ramify into

to expand or develop into various directions or aspects

branch

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

diverge

to separate from another route, especially in a direction.