petiole

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"The abdomen and cephalothorax of spiders are closely attached, while in ants the equivalent of these body parts are separated by a narrow segment called the petiole," Poinar said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2024

A challenge when conducting tissue analysis lies in the precise selection of the appropriate petiole for sampling.

From Salon • Nov. 28, 2023

Our research project uses a portable spectrophotometer to rapidly determine petiole nutrient values in a potato field.

From Salon • Nov. 28, 2023

Leaves that do not have a petiole and are directly attached to the plant stem are called sessile leaves.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Destitute of winglike membranous expansions, as a stem or petiole; Ð opposed to atate.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary by Webster, Noah