Bough
Bough noun - A major outgrowth from the main stem of a woody plant.
Usage example: a tree bough fell on my car during the windstorm
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Offshoot
Offshoot noun - A branch of a main stem especially of a plant.
Usage example: we knew the rosebush had survived the harsh winter when it began producing offshoots and turning green again
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