Branch
/bræntʃ/noun
A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or a main stem.
Did you know?In ancient times, branches were often used in rituals to connect the earthly realm with the divine, symbolizing pathways to other worlds.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bherǵ-
“to rise, to be high, or to grow”
Old English
Old English
bræc
“a division or fork in a path, or a limb of a tree”
Middle English
Middle English
branche
“a limb or offshoot of a tree or plant”
Old French
Old French
brance
“a branch, arm, or offshoot”
Modern English
English
branch
“a part or division of a tree or organization, often symbolizing growth and connection.”