Fork

A fork is a utensil, typically with two or more prongs, used for lifting and eating food. Beyond its culinary use, 'fork' can also describe a branching or division into two or more parts, like a road or a computer program. It can further refer to a point where two or more things separate or diverge, such as a decision point or the splitting of a group. In a more metaphorical sense, 'fork' implies a choice between different paths or options. Additionally, it serves as a verb, meaning to use a fork to eat or to divide into branches.

Fork meaning with examples

• I used a fork to twirl the spaghetti and savor every bite of the marinara sauce.
• At the fork in the road, we chose to take the scenic route which had stunning views.
• The computer program encountered a fork in its execution, allowing two possible outcomes.
• Sarah was faced with a fork in her career, deciding between a promotion or a new venture.
• As a child, I watched my mother fork the salad, distributing each ingredient evenly.