1. having two or more parts that divide or branch out from a main part
2. shaped like a fork with prongs or tines

Examples

• The forked lightning lit up the dark sky.
• We took the forked path that led to the lake.
• The snake’s forked tongue flicked out to taste the air.
• He used a forked stick to roast marshmallows over the fire.
• The river splits into two forked channels near the delta.
• The forked antlers of the deer were impressive.
• She held the forked branch like a divining rod.