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offshoot
noun off·shoot \ˈȯf-ˌshüt\
: something (such as a business) that develops from something larger
: a branch that grows on one of the main stems of a plant
Full Definition of OFFSHOOT
1
a : a collateral or derived branch, descendant, or member : outgrowth b : a lateral branch (as of a mountain range)
2
: a branch of a main stem especially of a plant
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First Known Use of OFFSHOOT
1710
Rhymes with OFFSHOOT
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OFFSHOOT Defined for Kids
offshoot
noun off·shoot \ˈof-ˌshüt\
Definition of OFFSHOOT for Kids
: a branch of a main stem of a plant
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