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   stem

   /stɛm/

   noun

   • 1. the main body or stalk of a plant or shrub, typically rising above ground but occasionally subterranean. Similar trunkstalkstockcanetechnical:peduncle
   • ▪ the stalk supporting a fruit, flower, or leaf, and attaching it to a larger branch, twig, or stalk. Similar stalkshoottwigtechnical:binepedicelpetiolepeduncleaxis
   • 2. a long, thin supportive or main section of something: "the main stem of the wing feathers"
   • ▪ the slender part of a wine glass between the base and the bowl: "her fingers tightened on the stem of her glass"
   • ▪ the tube of a tobacco pipe: "Stanley eyed his father over the stem of his pipe"
   • ▪ a rod or cylinder in a mechanism, for example the sliding shaft of a bolt or the winding pin of a watch: "the stem of the bolt edged clear"
   • ▪ a vertical stroke in a letter or musical note.
   • 3. the root or main part of a word, to which inflections or formative elements are added.
   • ▪ the main line of descent of a family or nation: archaic, literary "the Hellenic tribes were derived from the Aryan stem"
   • 4. the main upright timber or metal piece at the bow of a ship, to which the ship's sides are joined at the front end: "the spines and bow stems of abandoned hulks"
   • 5. a pipe used for smoking crack or opium. informal US

   verb

   • 1. originate in or be caused by: "many of the universities' problems stem from rapid expansion"
   • 2. remove the stems from (fruit or tobacco leaves): "her aunt and her mother were stemming currants on the side porch"
   • 3. (of a boat) make headway against (the tide or current): "if the wind will only freshen a little, we shall be able to stem the first of the flood"

   Word Origin Old Englishstemn, stefn, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch stam and German Stamm. stem1 (sense 4 of the noun) is related to Dutch steven, German Steven.

   Derivatives

   • 1. stemless adjective
   • 2. stemlike adjective

   Scrabble Points: 6

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2. www.britannica.com › topic › STEM-educationSTEM | Description, Development, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jul 3, 2024 · STEM, field and curriculum centred on education in the disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The STEM acronym was introduced in 2001 by scientific administrators at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF).

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3. 7esl.com › stem-meaningSTEM Meaning: What Does STEM Mean? • 7ESL

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   Jun 20, 2024 · STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. It is an umbrella term that groups these closely related technical disciplines together, often in the context of education policy or curriculum choices in schools.

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5. www.britannica.com › topic › STEM-educationSTEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math | Britannica

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   Jul 3, 2024 · The DOC defined four categories of STEM occupations: computer and math, engineering and surveying, physical and life sciences, and STEM management. Education and social sciences were excluded. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has had a difficult time analyzing statistics for STEM occupations, since there is no commonly agreed-upon ...

6. www.answers.com › biology › What_is_the_meaning_of_stemsWhat is the meaning of stems? - Answers

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Stems refer to the main structural parts of plants that support leaves, flowers, and fruits. They transport nutrients and water throughout the plant and provide a framework for growth....

7. www.britannica.com › plant › treeTree - Structure, Growth, Adaptation | Britannica

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Trees are organized into three major organs: roots, stems, and leaves. All the tree branches and central stem terminate in growing points called shoot apical meristems.

8. 7esl.com › parts-of-a-plantParts of A Plant in English with Pictures • 7ESL

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   Jul 9, 2024 · Stem . A stem is the main structural part of a plant that supports leaves, flowers, and fruits. It also transports water, nutrients, and sugars between the roots and the leaves. The tall stem of the sunflower held up the large flower head, allowing it to soak up the sun’s rays.

9. ca.indeed.com › career-advice › career-developmentSTEM Skills: Definition and Examples (With How to Improve)

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   Jul 3, 2024 · Career Development. STEM Skills: Definition and Examples (With How to Improve) Indeed Editorial Team. Updated July 3, 2024. Advancing fields such as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) can provide a wide range of opportunities for acquiring new skills. Skills in this field are essential to innovation and problem-solving.