Definition

Describing something that has a stem or has had its stem removed, often used for objects like glasses or flowers.

Example

The long-stemmed roses were beautifully arranged in the vase.

Conversation

Did you see those beautiful stemmed glasses at the store yesterday?

Yes, they looked really elegant and perfect for the party.

I think we should get those stemmed ones instead of regular cups.

Great idea! They will definitely make the table look classier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stemmed → The word is derived from "stem" (from Old English *stem*, meaning the main body or trunk of a plant) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or condition). The term "stemmed" refers to something that has been derived from or has a stem, often used in the context of plants or to indicate origin.

Memory Tip

Think of the main body of a plant ('stem') and how 'stemmed' means something that has come from that main part.

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