Bifurcate

/ˈbaɪfərkeɪt/
verb

To divide or to split into two branches or parts.

The road bifurcates ahead into two different paths.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - To divide or to split into two branches or parts.

Often appears as...

  • bifurcate into
  • bifurcate from
verb

In biology, when something such as a river, road, or plant bifurcates or is bifurcated, it divides into two parts.

The stem of the plant bifurcates into two distinct branches.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - In biology, when something such as a river, road, or plant bifurcates or is bifurcated, it divides into two parts.

Often appears as...

  • bifurcate at
  • bifurcate into

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verb

In mathematics, to divide an area, group, or thing into two parts.

In this geometry problem, we need to bifurcate the triangle into two equal areas.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - In mathematics, to divide an area, group, or thing into two parts.

Often appears as...

  • bifurcate into
  • bifurcate at

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adj

Separated or divided into two branches or parts.

The bifurcate tree was an impressive sight.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - Separated or divided into two branches or parts.
verb

To divide or to split into two branches or parts.

The road bifurcates ahead into two different paths.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - To divide or to split into two branches or parts.

Often appears as...

  • bifurcate into
  • bifurcate from
verb

In biology, when something such as a river, road, or plant bifurcates or is bifurcated, it divides into two parts.

The stem of the plant bifurcates into two distinct branches.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - In biology, when something such as a river, road, or plant bifurcates or is bifurcated, it divides into two parts.

Often appears as...

  • bifurcate at
  • bifurcate into

Usage tips

Technical

verb

In mathematics, to divide an area, group, or thing into two parts.

In this geometry problem, we need to bifurcate the triangle into two equal areas.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - In mathematics, to divide an area, group, or thing into two parts.

Often appears as...

  • bifurcate into
  • bifurcate at

Usage tips

Technical

adj

Separated or divided into two branches or parts.

The bifurcate tree was an impressive sight.
Visual representation of "bifurcate" - Separated or divided into two branches or parts.
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Visual representation of "bifurcate"
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Visual Imagery

Picture a physical split in objects; it helps grasp 'bifurcate' better.

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Imagine a road bifurcating into separate paths for bikes and cars.
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Not Always Equal

The branches after bifurcation may not be symmetrical or of the same size.

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The river bifurcates, with a major and a minor stream.
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Decision Metaphor

Used metaphorically to represent a critical point where decisions diverge.

Illustration for Decision Metaphor
At this career junction, my path bifurcates into two very different futures.
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Visual Imagery

Picture a physical split in objects; it helps grasp 'bifurcate' better.

Illustration for Visual Imagery
Imagine a road bifurcating into separate paths for bikes and cars.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not Always Equal

The branches after bifurcation may not be symmetrical or of the same size.

Illustration for Not Always Equal
The river bifurcates, with a major and a minor stream.
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Decision Metaphor

Used metaphorically to represent a critical point where decisions diverge.

Illustration for Decision Metaphor
At this career junction, my path bifurcates into two very different futures.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Visual Imagery

Picture a physical split in objects; it helps grasp 'bifurcate' better.

Illustration for Visual Imagery
Imagine a road bifurcating into separate paths for bikes and cars.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not Always Equal

The branches after bifurcation may not be symmetrical or of the same size.

Illustration for Not Always Equal
The river bifurcates, with a major and a minor stream.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Decision Metaphor

Used metaphorically to represent a critical point where decisions diverge.

Illustration for Decision Metaphor
At this career junction, my path bifurcates into two very different futures.
Visual representation of the word "Bifurcate"

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Quote examples

Elon Musk

South African Businessman

The future of humanity is going to bifurcate in two directions: Either it's going to become multiplanetary, or it's going to remain confined to one planet and eventually there's going to be an extinction event.
Portrait of Elon Musk

Quote examples

Barry Silbert

American Businessman

You just can't bifurcate bitcoin currency from the technology. Bitcoin will always need a monetary base.
Portrait of Barry Silbert

Quote examples

Elon Musk

South African Businessman

The future of humanity is going to bifurcate in two directions: Either it's going to become multiplanetary, or it's going to remain confined to one planet and eventually there's going to be an extinction event.
Portrait of Elon Musk

Quote examples

Barry Silbert

American Businessman

You just can't bifurcate bitcoin currency from the technology. Bitcoin will always need a monetary base.
Portrait of Barry Silbert
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