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leafstalk

/ˈliːf.stɔːk/

/ˈlif.stɔk/

Translations

leafstalknoun

leafstalks

/ˈliːf.stɔːk/

/ˈlif.stɔk/

The leafstalk connects the leaf blade to the stem.

Черешок соединяет листовую пластинку со стеблем.

Synonyms

leafstalkadjective

/ˈliːf.stɔːk/

/ˈlif.stɔk/

Used attributively in botanical contexts (e.g., "leafstalk scars").

Synonyms

leafstalknoun

The slender stem that supports the blade of a leaf and attaches it to a plant stem.

The leafstalk of the maple tree was long and flexible, allowing the leaves to sway gently in the breeze.

leafstalkadjective

Relating to or situated on a leafstalk; petiolar.

Leafstalk scars can be seen where the leaves once grew.