Quadrifurcate is a word that describes something that is split or divided into four branches. Some synonyms for this word are: four-pronged, four-way, four-branched, and quaternate. Other related terms include bifurcate, which refers to something that is divided into two branches, and trifurcate, which means to split into three branches. Quadrifurcate is often used to describe the shape of certain plants, trees, or animal structures such as antlers or horns. While not commonly used in everyday language, this word can add specificity and detail to scientific, botanical, or biological descriptions.