Branch and Forking

Branch

Branch noun - A major outgrowth from the main stem of a woody plant.

Forking is a synonym for branch. In some cases you can use "Forking" instead a noun "Branch".

Forking

Forking noun - The act of branching out or dividing into branches.
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Synonyms for Forking

Branch is a synonym for forking. You can use "Branch" instead the word "Forking" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: fork, forked

Both words in one sentence

  • Useful Notes / Long Island Railroad Central Branch: Not normally marked on maps (because it has no stations), the Central Branch is a non-electrified line forking off of the Ronkonkoma Branch near Bethpage and merging with the Babylon Branch near Babylon.
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