short-stemmed
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/ʃɔrt-stɛmd/
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/ʃɔːt-stɛmd/
short stalk
Etymology
Etymology Information
'short-stemmed' originates from the combination of 'short' and 'stem,' where 'short' meant 'not long' and 'stem' referred to the main body of a plant.
Historical Evolution
'short-stemmed' evolved from the Old English word 'sceort' for 'short' and the Proto-Germanic 'stamniz' for 'stem.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a short main body,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a short stem or stalk.
The short-stemmed flowers were perfect for the small vase.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 09:30