footstalk


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foot·stalk

 (fo͝ot′stôk′)
n.
A supporting stalk, such as a peduncle or pedicel.
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footstalk

(ˈfʊtˌstɔːk)
n
(Biology) a small supporting stalk in animals and plants; a pedicel, peduncle, or pedicle
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foot•stalk

(ˈfʊtˌstɔk)

n.
a pedicel.
[1555–65]
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