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peduncle

/ˈpɛdʌŋkəl/ noun · British & US
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What does peduncle mean?

noun

A 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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