Divaricately

/daɪˈværɪkətli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that spreads apart or diverges into two directions; by branching or splitting.

Etymology

From 'divaricated' + '-ly' (adverbial suffix forming adverbs from adjectives).

Kelly Says

An adverb this specific shows how English has specialized vocabulary for describing botanical and anatomical structures—scientists needed a word for 'in a two-forked way.'

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