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stem (noun)

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  • stem — [stem] noun [C] I 1) the long part of a plant from which the leaves and flowers grow 2) the long thin part of a wine glass that joins the bowl to the base II verb [T] stem [stem] to stop something from spreading or increasing • stem from sth …   Dictionary for writing and speaking English

  • stem — I. /stɛm / (say stem) noun 1. the ascending axis of a plant, whether above or below ground, which ordinarily grows in an opposite direction to the root or descending axis. 2. the stalk which supports a leaf, flower, or fruit. 3. the main body of… …  

  • stem — stem1 [ stem ] noun count ** 1. ) the long thin central part of a plant from which the leaves and flowers grow: Cut the stems to ground level in winter. 2. ) the long thin part of a wine glass that joins the bowl to the base 3. ) the long narrow… …   Usage of the words and phrases in modern English

  • stem cell — noun an undifferentiated cell whose daughter cells may differentiate into other cell types (such as blood cells) • Hypernyms: ↑somatic cell, ↑vegetative cell • Hyponyms: ↑hematopoeitic stem cell * * * noun : an unspecialized and usually embryonic …   Useful english dictionary

  • stem turn — noun a turn made in skiing; the back of one ski is forced outward and the other ski is brought parallel to it • Syn: ↑stem • Derivationally related forms: ↑stem (for: ↑stem) • Hypernyms: ↑turn, ↑ …   Useful english dictionary

  • stem ginger — noun tropical Asian plant widely cultivated for its pungent root; source of gingerroot and powdered ginger • Syn: ↑common ginger, ↑Canton ginger, ↑Zingiber officinale • Hypernyms: ↑ginger • Part Meronyms: ↑ginger, ↑ …   Useful english dictionary

  • stem stitch — noun : an embroidery outlining stitch (as for making stems); especially : an overlapping stitch that produces a corded appearance * * * stem stitch noun An overlapping stitch used in embroidery • • • Main Entry: ↑stem * * * stem stitch, a stitch… …   Useful english dictionary

  • stem — Ⅰ. stem [1] ► NOUN 1) the main body or stalk of a plant or shrub. 2) the stalk supporting a fruit, flower, or leaf. 3) a long, thin supportive or main section of something, such as that of a wine glass or tobacco pipe. 4) a rod or cylinder in a… …   English terms dictionary

  • stem-end rot — noun or stem end decay : any of various rots (as decay of citrus fruits caused by fungi of the genera Diplodia, Dothiorella, and Phomopsis) starting at the point of attachment to the plant * * * /stem end /, Plant Pathol. a disease of fruits… …   Useful english dictionary

  • stem rust — noun 1. : a rust attacking the stem of a plant; especially : a destructive disease of wheat and various other grasses that is caused by a rust fungus (Puccinia graminis), is characterized by reddish brown lesions in the uredostage of the parasite …   Useful english dictionary

  • stem cup — noun A Chinese porcelain goblet first produced in the Ming Dynasty, having a roomy bowl mounted on a stem that broadens to form the base • • • Main Entry: ↑stem * * * stem cup, a cup or bowl on a stem …   Useful english dictionary

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