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branched

/bræntʃt/ /brɑːntʃt/

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verb

To arise from the trunk or a larger branch of a tree.

Examples :

"The small twig branched from the older, thicker limb of the apple tree. "

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verb

To produce branches.

Examples :

"The tree branched out, creating a wider canopy. "

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verb

To (cause to) divide into separate parts or subdivisions.

Examples :

"The old oak tree branched out, its limbs reaching towards the sun. "

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verb

To jump to a different location in a program, especially as the result of a conditional statement.

Examples :

""If the student's grade was above 90, the program branched to the 'Excellent Work' message; otherwise, it showed 'Needs Improvement'." "

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verb

To discipline (a union member) at a branch meeting.

Examples :

"The union president branched Michael at the branch meeting after he repeatedly violated the collective bargaining agreement. "

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adjective

Having branches.

Examples :

"The branched tree in our backyard provides a lot of shade. "

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