To branch
Example: The company branches into new markets to expand growth
Definition
"To branch" means to expand or extend into new areas, fields, or markets, often by creating subdivisions or new sections that operate semi-independently while still connected to the original entity.
Etymology
The verb "to branch" derives from the noun "branch," which originally referred to the limb of a tree. This meaning was metaphorically extended to describe the act of dividing or expanding into new parts or areas, much like how a tree grows new limbs.
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"To branch" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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