Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
offshoot
noun
ˈɔfˌʃut
Definition
A branch or derivative of something.
Examples
- The offshoot of the main plant grew new leaves.
- His research led to the establishment of an offshoot organization focused on wildlife conservation.
- The documentary featured an offshoot of the main story, exploring the lives of related individuals.
Meaning
An offshoot refers to something that has developed or grown from a larger entity, often used to describe ideas, groups, or physical branches.
Synonyms
- branch
- derivative
- spin-off
- offspring
- by-product
