Definition of branch

A segment of a logical tree structure, representing a folder and any folders that it contains.

An element of workflow logic that defines an alternative condition and action or additional steps, in cases when the criteria in a condition element are not met. A logical ‘else-if-then’ statement in a workflow.

In reference to a package, to upgrade an existing sequenced application package and run it side-by-side with the original sequenced application package.

A fork within a conversation, where more than one reply was made to a single e-mail and caused a split in the conversation.

1. A subdivision of any organization. 2. A geographically separate unit of an activity, which performs all or part of the primary functions of the parent activity on a smaller scale. 3. An arm or service of the Army. 4. The contingency options built into the base plan used for changing the mission, orientation, or direction of movement of a force to aid success of the operation based on anticipated events, opportunities, or disruptions caused by enemy actions and reactions.