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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A tree-like structure.
2. 2
   A directed rooted tree in which all vertices can be reached from the root.

Synonyms

All synonyms

bifurcationbranchingramification

Etymology

Borrowed from French arborescence.

Related phrases

tree structure

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