Definition

To form or develop branches, similar to how trees grow.

Example

The bronchial tubes arborize within the lungs to facilitate breathing.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how our lungs arborize to help us breathe?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they branch out like that.

I read that it helps increase the surface area for oxygen exchange.

Exactly, it's amazing how our bodies are designed to function.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arborize → It is formed from "arbor" (from Latin "arbor", meaning tree) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating to make or to become). The word "arborize" means to make or become tree-like or to branch out like a tree.

Memory Tip

Think of 'arbor' meaning tree, and remember that 'arborize' means to branch out like a tree.

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