ramification

noun
ram·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion | \ ˌra-mə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce ramification (audio) \

Definition of ramification

b : a branched structure
2a : the act or process of branching
b : arrangement of branches (as on a plant)
3 : consequence, outgrowth the ramifications of the decision

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This current generation of NFL players is more informed than any one before it about the health risks and long-term ramifications of playing professional football. Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, "Booing Andrew Luck crossed the line," 31 Aug. 2019 Authorities aren't prosecuting nurses and pharmacists who administered and approved the medications, though some faced other ramifications. NBC News, "Casey Anthony, Aaron Hernandez lawyer hired by Ohio doctor in opioid murder case," 28 Aug. 2019 There’s no dwelling on what happened or the larger ramifications. Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, "Review: A critical disconnect hamstrings potential of ‘Oninaki’," 23 Aug. 2019 This means that the concerned parties, including the federal government, the government of the Southern State and the Sidama local governments, must come to the table to negotiate the possibilities and ramifications of a new Sidama state. Yonatan Fessha, Quartz Africa, "Ethiopia is facing mounting tensions as an ethnic minority community demands secession," 31 July 2019 The geopolitical ramifications are still felt today. Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, "The Boys, Good Boys, and Our Boys guide: Which one is right for you?," 26 July 2019 While the on-field ramifications pale in comparison to the severity of the allegations, Hill’s absence would have a significant impact on the Chiefs’ offense. John Clayton, The Denver Post, "As NFL training camps open, here are eight big questions," 17 July 2019 Before Walz appointed him earlier this year, the native of Kerrick, Minn., had served in the state Senate since 2007 — and his appointment as commissioner carried political ramifications. Ryan Faircloth, Twin Cities, "Minnesota DHS Commissioner Tony Lourey resigns," 15 July 2019 The lawsuit is the latest turn in a saga that has gripped Texas politics for two weeks and one which now may come with serious legal ramifications. James Barragán, Dallas News, "Texas Democrats sue over secret meeting between House Speaker Dennis Bonnen, Empower Texans CEO," 8 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of ramification

1578, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

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ramification

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English Language Learners Definition of ramification

formal : something that is the result of an action, decision, etc.

ramification

noun
ram·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion | \ ˌra-mə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce ramification (audio) \

Kids Definition of ramification

: something that is the result of something else Our committee will study the ramifications of the change.

ramification

noun
ram·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion | \ ˌram-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce ramification (audio) \

Medical Definition of ramification

1 : the act or process of branching specifically : the mode of arrangement of branches
2 : a branch or offshoot from a main stock or channel the ramification of an artery also : the resulting branched structure make visible the whole ramification of the dendrite

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