Definition

Describing something that is supported or attached to a stem or stalk, known as a peduncle.

Example

The flowers were peduncled, rising on long stems above the leaves.

Conversation

Have you seen those flowers in the garden?

Yeah, they look beautiful! What are they called?

I think they're peduncled blooms that stand tall on their stems.

That makes sense — they really do have a unique shape!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Peduncled → It is formed from "pedunculus" (from Latin, meaning little foot or stalk) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a condition or state). The word "peduncled" refers to something that has a stalk or stem, particularly in botanical contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'little foot' ('pedunculus') that supports something, which helps you remember that 'peduncled' describes something with a stalk.

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