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stem

noun, verb

/stɛm/

Meaning

Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.

The gardener cut the stem of the rose; New policies aim to stem the flow of pollution.

stem the tide

stalk, trunk, branch, stop, halt

root, allow, encourage

stem of a flower, stem cells, stem from, stem the tide

A restriction or impediment to freedom of action; to restrict.

A meal where guests serve themselves from a variety of dishes arranged on a table; also means to str...

A swelling or protruding part; to swell outward or protrude.

A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.

a line or fold produced on paper, cloth, or other material; to make a fold or wrinkle

a collection of valuable things such as gold, jewels, or anything of great worth; to value something...