furcation

/fərˈkeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act or process of dividing into branches or forks; a fork or branching point.
    • The furcation of the river created a small island in the middle.
    • Dentists check the furcation of tooth roots for signs of gum disease.
    • The furcation of the trail confused the hikers, who didn't know which path to take.
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