Meaning of the word offshoot in English

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

offshoot

US /ˈɑːf.ʃuːt/
UK /ˈɒf.ʃuːt/

Noun

something that has developed from something larger that already existed:

Example:
It's an offshoot of a much larger company based in Sydney.