fourche

/fʊərʃ/ or /fɔːrʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A forked branch of a tree, especially one that has been cut or trimmed to form a branch for grafting or training.

“The gardener used the fourche to graft the new branch onto the tree trunk.”

2. verb

To cut or trim a forked branch of a tree, especially to form a branch for grafting or training.

“The horticulturist forched the tree to create a perfect shape for the upcoming show.”

Synonyms

  • branch
  • fork

Antonyms

  • unbranch
  • unfork