What does peduncle mean?
nounA stalk or stem that supports a flower, fruit, or leaf, especially in a plant such as a mushroom or a pinecone. In anatomy, a stalk or stem that connects a gland or an organ to the body.
Example
"The peduncle of the mushroom supported the cap and the gills."
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