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Meaning of leafy stem
The primary meaning of "leafy stem" refers to a stem that has leaves or is related to the growth of leaves.
Etymology of leafy stem
The word "leafy" comes from the Old English word "lēaf," meaning leaf, and the suffix "-y," which forms an adjective.
The word "stem" comes from the Old English word "stemn," meaning tree trunk or stem, which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "stamiz," also meaning tree trunk or stem.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A stem that bears leaves, especially one that is green and photosynthetic.
- * A stem that supports the growth of leaves and is typically found in herbaceous plants.
Usage Examples
- The leafy stem of the plant was covered in small, delicate leaves.
- * The gardener cut back the leafy stem to encourage new growth.
- * The leafy stem of the flower supported a beautiful bloom.
Antonyms
bare stem
woody stem
leafless stem
dead stem
dry stem
withered stem
brown stem
barren stem
non-photosynthetic stem
non-vegetative stem
axial root
rhizome
tuber
bulb
corm
rootstock
rootlet
radicle
hypocotyl
epicotyl