Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

branch out

phrasal verb
/bræntʃ aʊt/
Definition
To expand or extend in different directions or to explore new areas or activities.
Examples
  • After many years in corporate law, she decided to branch out into environmental advocacy.
  • He wants to branch out his business into online sales.
  • They encourage students to branch out and try new extracurricular activities.
Meaning
Branching out means venturing into new fields, interests, or businesses that are different from what one usually pursues.
Synonyms
  • expand
  • diversify
  • explore
  • extend
  • venturing into