Branchier

/ˈbræntʃiər/ adjective

Definition

Comparative form of branchy; more branched or having more numerous or prominent branches.

Etymology

From branchy (adjective meaning 'having many branches') + -er (comparative suffix). Describes something with a greater degree of branching than something else.

Kelly Says

Pine trees become branchier as they mature—the number of branches roughly doubles every few years, creating the iconic dense pyramid shape that's why we use them as Christmas trees.

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