1. a branching pattern resembling that of a tree
Usage: technical
2. the formation of a treelike structure, especially in biological systems such as nerve cells or blood vessels
Usage: medical; biological

Examples

• The arborization of the neuron’s dendrites allows it to receive signals from many other cells.
• Blood vessel arborization ensures efficient distribution of nutrients throughout the tissue.
• The lightning created a beautiful arborization pattern across the sky.
• Researchers studied the arborization of coral structures in the reef.
• The arborization of the river delta was visible from the airplane.
• Microscopic examination revealed extensive arborization in the lung tissue.