ramification

(noun) the act of branching out or dividing into branches. Synonyms: branching, fork, forking.

(noun) a part of a forked or branching shape. Synonyms: branch, leg. Example: "He broke off one of the branches."

(noun) a development that complicates a situation. Synonyms: complication. Example: "The court's decision had many unforeseen ramifications."

(noun) an arrangement of branching parts.