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Forked
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Simple meaning
What does Forked mean?
Split into branches.
Dictionary definition
Divided into two or more branches, or picked up with a fork.
Example sentences
Forked in a sentence
easy
The road forked near the river.
medium
A forked branch held the nest.
hard
Forked can describe paths, branches, lightning, tails, or food lifted with a fork.
Synonyms
Words like Forked
branchedDivided into separate parts.
forkRelated word that supports the meaning of forked.
Antonyms
Opposite words
straightContinuing without branching.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to forked, depending on context.
Word family
Forked word family
Base word
forked
verb
forking
Action form of forked.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does forked mean?
Forked means split into branches.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to forked?
Branched is close in meaning to forked in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of forked?
Straight contrasts with forked.
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