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FOOT-STALK

\fˈʊtstˈɔːk], \fˈʊtstˈɔːk], \f_ˈʊ_t_s_t_ˈɔː_k]\

Definitions of FOOT-STALK

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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A petiole; a partial stem supporting the leaf; that which resembles it.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

The stalk of a leaf, or of a flower.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. The stalk of a leaf or of a flower; a petiole, or peduncle.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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