inosculate

/ˌaɪnɒˈskʌlət, -ˌskeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to grow or merge into a larger or main part, especially in a natural or organic way

“The branches inosculated with the main trunk to form a robust tree.”

2. verb

to join or become joined with something else, especially in a gradual or natural way

“The two rivers inosculated to form a single, wider watercourse.”

3. noun

a point of growth or junction, especially in a plant

“The inosculation of the branches made the tree look more robust.”

Synonyms

  • merge
  • unite

Antonyms

  • divide
  • separate