A stem is the part of a plant that grows above the ground. It supports the leaves and flowers of the plant, and it helps to transport water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant.
Stems can be long or short, thick or thin, and they can be green or brown. Some stems are soft and flexible, while others are hard and woody.
The main functions of a stem are to:
The tree has a thick, sturdy stem.
Noun: stem (plural: stems).
Verb: to stem.
Adjective: stemmed.
The word "stem" comes from the Old English word "stemn", which means "trunk of a tree". It was first used in English in the 7th century.
The word "to stem" means "to stop or prevent the flow of something".
The word "stemmed" is the past participle of the verb "to stem".
What is the role of the stem in a plant?
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