footstalk

[foo t-stawk]

footstalk Definition

the stalk by which a leaf or fruit is attached to a stem.

Using footstalk: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "footstalk" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The footstalk of the apple was long and slender.

  • Example

    The leaf's footstalk was broken, so it fell off the tree.

  • Example

    The tomato's footstalk was thick and sturdy.

footstalk Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for footstalk

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Summary: footstalk in Brief

'Footstalk' [foo t-stawk] refers to the stalk that connects a leaf or fruit to a stem. It is also known as 'petiole' or 'pedicel.' Examples include the long and slender footstalk of an apple, or the thick and sturdy footstalk of a tomato.