Petiole (Noun)
Meaning
The slender stem that supports the blade of a leaf.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The long petiole of the fern leaf swayed gently in the breeze, causing the delicate fronds to dance.
- In botany, the petiole is an essential part of a leaf, connecting the blade to the rest of the plant.
- The plant's petiole was thin and wiry, yet strong enough to support the large, flat leaf it carried.
- During the winter months, the petiole of many trees became brittle and snapped, causing the leaves to fall to the ground.
- The scientist measured the length and width of the petiole to better understand the leaf's anatomy and function.