Branchlike

/ˈbræntʃlaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling a branch in appearance or structure; having the form or pattern of branches.

Etymology

From branch + the suffix -like (resembling), a productive English formation meaning 'similar to.'

Kelly Says

Lightning bolts, river systems, and blood vessels all have a branchlike appearance—this pattern is so efficient that nature repeats it across completely different systems, called fractal branching.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.