offshoot

noun

off·​shoot ˈȯf-ˌshüt 

1

a

: a collateral or derived branch, descendant, or member : outgrowth

b

: a lateral branch (as of a mountain range)

2

: a branch of a main stem especially of a plant

Synonyms

• outgrowth
• shoot
• sprout

Examples of offshoot in a Sentence

The business started as an offshoot of an established fashion design company.

we knew the rosebush had survived the harsh winter when it began producing offshoots and turning green again

Recent Examples on the Web

Now, in its 21st season, the procedural had its first spinoff in 2009 with the premiere of its Los Angeles counterpart, and a New Orleans offshoot followed in 2014 before Hawai'i joined the fold in 2021. —Staff Author, Peoplemag, 14 Apr. 2024

Founded in 1981 as an offshoot of another unique dance ensemble, Pilobulus, the group last appeared on the series 20 years ago. —Patrick Neas, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1710, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

offshoot

noun

off·​shoot ˈȯf-ˌshüt 

1

: something that branches out from something else

2

: a branch of a main stem of a plant