pili

/ˈpɪli/

Definitions

1. noun

a small, usually woody, branch or shoot, especially one that has been cut and used for a particular purpose, such as making a handle or a walking stick.

“The craftsman used a pili from the tree to create the intricate carvings on the wooden box.”

Synonyms

  • branch
  • sprig

Antonyms

  • main trunk
  • stump