Basic Details
Word: Branch
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or a division of a larger organisation.
Synonyms: Limb, division, section
Antonyms: Trunk, root
Idioms and Phrases
- Branch out: To expand into new areas or activities. Example: "After mastering painting, she decided to branch out into sculpture."
- Can't see the wood for the trees: Being so involved in the details that you can't see the overall picture. Example: "He's so stressed about the project details that he can't see the wood for the trees."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The small branch broke off the tree during the strong windstorm.
Example 2: She works in the marketing branch of the company, helping to promote their products.
Example 3: The children climbed the branch to get a better view of the garden below.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some trees can have thousands of branches? These branches spread out to capture sunlight for the tree's leaves, aiding in photosynthesis!
Famous Quote
"You can't reach for anything new if your hands are still full of yesterday's junk." - Louise Smith
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "branch" mean?
a) A type of flower
b) A part of a tree or division of an organisation
c) A kind of animal
d) A mountain peak
Answer: b) A part of a tree or division of an organisation
2. Which of these is a synonym of "branch"?
a) Root
b) Limb
c) Leaf
d) Trunk
Answer: b) Limb
3. Which sentence uses "branch" correctly?
a) The branch of the river flows quickly.
b) She saw a branch of elephants in the wild.
c) The branch climbed the mountain.
d) The branch is swimming in the sea.
Answer: a) The branch of the river flows quickly.
4. Which idiom means to expand into new areas?
a) Can't see the wood for the trees
b) Branch out
c) A small tree
d) Head in the clouds
Answer: b) Branch out
5. What is the opposite of "branch" in terms of a tree structure?
a) Trunk
b) Leaf
c) Blossom
d) Bark
Answer: a) Trunk
