offshoots
n.分支,派生物:从主体分离出来的部分,通常指从一个较大的组织、概念或事物中发展出来的较小的组织、概念或事物。
例句
The mother tree is usually surrounded by the offshoots, all connected via the same root system.
在母树的周围通常有着很多个的分支,它们之间通过同根系相互连接。
Do you think App Exchange will be a success and spawn offshoots attempting to offer similar services?
你认为应用程序交换会是一次成功,并会滋生提供类似服务的分支吗?
Colleges that are opening international offshoots will charge franchise fees, but most of the income will remain abroad.
开设国际分支学校的语言学院将收取特许经营费,但其中的大部分收入将留在国外。