Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

furcate

verb
/ˈfɜːr.keɪt/
Definition
to divide into two or more branches
Examples
  • During the experiment, the researchers observed how the stem would furcate as it grew.
  • The river begins to furcate into multiple streams as it approaches the valley.
  • When troubleshooting, the problem may furcate into several potential causes.
Meaning
Furcate refers to the splitting or branching out of something, typically used in contexts related to various fields such as biology, geography, or even abstract concepts.
Synonyms
  • branch
  • split
  • diverge
  • fork