Petiole: meaning, definitions and examples

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petiole

 

[ หˆpษ›tiหŒoสŠl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical term

A petiole is the stalk that attaches a leaf to the stem of a plant. It plays a vital role in supporting the leaf and facilitating the transportation of water and nutrients between the leaf and the plant. The structure can vary in length and thickness depending on the species of plant. In some plants, the petiole can be quite long, while in others, it may be almost nonexistent. Understanding the anatomy of petioles can aid in the study of plant biology and horticulture.

Synonyms

leaf stalk, leaf stem, stalk

Examples of usage

  • The petiole of the fern is slender and flexible.
  • In maple trees, the petiole is important for leaf orientation.
  • The color of the petiole can indicate the health of the plant.
  • Some tropical plants have broad petioles to support large leaves.

Translations

Translations of the word "petiole" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pecรญolo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ‡เคŸเฅ€เค“เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Blattstiel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ petioles

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ะตั€ะตัˆะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ogonek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่‘‰ๆŸ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pรฉtiole

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ peciolo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sap

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žŽ์ž๋ฃจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู†ู‚ูˆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ล™apรญk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stopka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅถๆŸ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ peclje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ blรถรฐstilk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฟั‹ั€ะฐา› ัะฐะฑะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yarpaq sapฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ peciolo

Etymology

The word 'petiole' originates from the Latin word 'petiolus,' which is a diminutive form of 'pes,' meaning foot. In botanical terminology, it refers specifically to the stalk of a leaf, emphasizing the supporting role it plays, much like a foot supports a body. The usage of 'petiole' in English can be traced back to the late 18th century, reflecting the growth of interest in plant sciences during this period. As botany developed as a formal discipline, terms like 'petiole' were adopted to provide precision in describing plant structures. The term has remained in use as classifications of plants and their anatomy have become increasingly sophisticated.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,428, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.