petiole Synonyms
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petiole Meaning
Wordnet
petiole (n)
the slender stem that supports the blade of a leaf
Webster
petiole (n.)
A leafstalk; the footstalk of a leaf, connecting the blade with the stem. See Illust. of Leaf.
A stalk or peduncle.
petiole Sentence Examples
- The petiole, a slender stalk, connects the leaf blade to the stem.
- The petiole contains vascular tissue that transports water and nutrients to the leaf.
- Some plants have long petioles that allow their leaves to reach sunlight.
- The petiole may be green and photosynthetic or brown and non-photosynthetic.
- The petiole's flexibility enables the leaf to adjust its position to maximize sunlight absorption.
- The petiole can be a site for the development of specialized structures, such as tendrils or spines.
- In compound leaves, each leaflet has its own petiole, known as a petiolule.
- Petioles can exhibit various shapes and sizes, depending on the plant species.
- The petiole acts as a support structure for the leaf, ensuring its stability.
- Some plants have petioles that are modified into storage organs, such as bulbs or tubers.
FAQs About the word petiole
the slender stem that supports the blade of a leafA leafstalk; the footstalk of a leaf, connecting the blade with the stem. See Illust. of Leaf., A stalk or ped
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The petiole, a slender stalk, connects the leaf blade to the stem.
The petiole contains vascular tissue that transports water and nutrients to the leaf.
Some plants have long petioles that allow their leaves to reach sunlight.
The petiole may be green and photosynthetic or brown and non-photosynthetic.
