1. plural of branch; parts of a tree that grow out from the trunk
2. divisions or subdivisions of an organization, system, or field of study
3. local offices or stores of a larger company or bank

1. third person singular present of branch; divides into separate parts

Examples

• The storm broke several branches from the old oak tree.
• She studied different branches of science in college.
• The bank has branches in every major city.
• The river branches into two streams near the valley.
• Birds built nests in the upper branches.
• The military has several branches including the army and navy.
• The road branches off to the left after the bridge.