Definition

A small part of a tree that grows out from a larger branch.

Example

The branchlet swayed gently in the breeze.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how some trees have tiny branchlets at the tips?

Yeah, I think they look really delicate and beautiful.

I love how those branchlets can make a tree look so full of life.

Absolutely! They add such a nice touch to the overall appearance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Branchlet → It is formed from "branch" (from Old French *branche*, meaning a limb or part of a tree) and "-let" (a diminutive suffix meaning small). The word "branchlet" refers to a small branch or a minor limb of a tree.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'branch' as a part of a tree, and the '-let' means small, so a branchlet is a small part of a tree.

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