Branched (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches; "the biramous appendages of an arthropod"; "long branched hairs on its legson which pollen collects"; "a forked river"; "a forked tail"; "forked lightning"; "horseradish grown in poor soil may develop prongy roots".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The road branched off in two different directions, making it difficult to navigate without a map.
- The forked tree provided the perfect perch for the bird, with its sturdy branches and leafy foliage.
- A prongy hairpiece can be quite unflattering on a person with fine features, as it tends to overpower the rest of their appearance.
- Her biramous appendages sparkled with a rainbow of colors as she moved her wings, captivating the attention of the audience.
- Forked tongues, once considered a myth, are a reality in certain species of lizards that can move them in opposite directions simultaneously.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Having branches.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The branched tree stood tall in the garden, its limbs stretching out in all directions.
- The river branched out into several smaller streams as it flowed through the valley.
- The company branched out into new markets, expanding its customer base significantly.
- The road branched off from the main highway, leading to a scenic coastal route.
- The coral reef was a complex, branched structure that provided a habitat for many marine species.