Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pedicel
noun
/ˈpɛdɪˌsɛl/
Definition
A slender, stalk-like structure that supports a smaller part or organ.
Examples
- The pedicel of the flower made it easy for pollinators to access the nectar.
- In the insect anatomy, the pedicel helps connect the abdomen to the thorax.
- Farmers often examine the pedicel for signs of disease in fruit-bearing plants.
Meaning
In botany and biology, a pedicel refers to a small stem that connects a flower or a fruit to its main stem or branch. It can also describe a similar structure in some animals.
Synonyms
- stalk
- stem
- support
