Associations to the word «Stipe»

Wiktionary

STIPE, noun. The stem of a mushroom, kelp, etc.
STIPE, noun. The trunk of a tree.
STIPE, noun. The caudicle within the pollinarium of an orchid flower
STIPE, noun. The petiole of the frond of a fern or palm

Dictionary definition

STIPE, noun. Supporting stalk or stem-like structure especially of a pistil or fern frond or supporting a mushroom cap.

Wise words

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