
Bifurcation
Physical Separation
Refers to actual pathways dividing, like roads or paths, not abstract ideas.

After the bifurcation, take the left branch to reach the village.
Literal Forking
Use 'bifurcation' when the separation creates a 'Y' shape, not just any division.

The bifurcation at the old oak tree has been a landmark for years.
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BranchDichotomyDivergenceDivisionForkPartSeparateSplit
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