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PEDUNCLE

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Peduncle.

How to pronounce peduncle:

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Peduncle - as a noun

The thin process of tissue that attaches a polyp to the body

Stalk bearing an inflorescence or solitary flower

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
flower stalkscape9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A bundle of myelinated neurons joining different parts of the brain

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cerebral peduncle

Example Sentences

"The peduncle of a flower supports the blossom."
"The peduncle of a banana holds the fruit on the plant."
"The peduncle of a cherry attaches the fruit to the tree branch."
"The peduncle of a sea anemone connects the body to the base."
"The peduncle of a mushroom is the stalk that supports the cap."
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Word Game Points

Is PEDUNCLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peduncle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PEDUNCLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PEDUNCLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, peduncle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PEDUNCLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PEDUNCLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peduncle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PEDUNCLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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