Meaning of the word bifurcate in English

What does bifurcate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bifurcate

US /ˈbaɪ.fɚ.keɪt/
UK /ˈbaɪ.fɚ.keɪt/

Verb

1.

(of roads, rivers, branches, etc.) to divide into two parts:

Example:
A sample of water was taken from the point where the river bifurcates.
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