Peduncle
noun
A stalk that supports a flower, fruit, or a cluster of leaves.
The peduncle connects the flower to the stem.
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Neutral
flower peduncle, fruit peduncle, floral peduncle
noun
A stalk-like structure in an anatomical context, especially in neuroanatomy.
The cerebellar peduncles connect the cerebellum to the brainstem.
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Formal
cerebellar peduncle, cerebral peduncle, inferior peduncle
noun
A stalk that supports a flower, fruit, or a cluster of leaves.
The peduncle connects the flower to the stem.
Usage tips
Neutral
flower peduncle, fruit peduncle, floral peduncle
noun
A stalk-like structure in an anatomical context, especially in neuroanatomy.
The cerebellar peduncles connect the cerebellum to the brainstem.
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Formal
cerebellar peduncle, cerebral peduncle, inferior peduncle
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Plant Biology
In plant biology, understanding the structure of a peduncle helps in identifying plant species.
The peduncle can indicate the health of a flower.
Pro Tip 2/3Anatomy
In anatomy, a peduncle may refer to a bundle of nerves or spinal cords.
The brain's peduncles play a crucial role in motor control.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Usage
In everyday language, it may be used more informally when talking about flowers or plants.
The child was excited to pick flowers with long peduncles.
Pro Tip 1/3Plant Biology
In plant biology, understanding the structure of a peduncle helps in identifying plant species.
The peduncle can indicate the health of a flower.
Pro Tip 2/3Anatomy
In anatomy, a peduncle may refer to a bundle of nerves or spinal cords.
The brain's peduncles play a crucial role in motor control.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Usage
In everyday language, it may be used more informally when talking about flowers or plants.
The child was excited to pick flowers with long peduncles.
Pro Tip 1/3Plant Biology
In plant biology, understanding the structure of a peduncle helps in identifying plant species.
The peduncle can indicate the health of a flower.
Pro Tip 2/3Anatomy
In anatomy, a peduncle may refer to a bundle of nerves or spinal cords.
The brain's peduncles play a crucial role in motor control.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Usage
In everyday language, it may be used more informally when talking about flowers or plants.
The child was excited to pick flowers with long peduncles.
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