monkey-branch verb1 •(informal) To attempt to improve one's status (at work, or in personal relationships, etc.) by repeatedly choosing the best option and then moving to better options as they become available.Therefore, you should have no qualms about checking relevant job postings at least once a month and monkey-branching to one of your company's competitors if they offer a better salary. — 2020 formsmonkey-branched · monkey-branching · monkey-branches