Definitions

1. noun

A part of a plant that grows from the soil, such as the base of a leaf or a flower.

“The gardener watered the plant to help its stem grow stronger.”

2. verb

To remove the leaves or flowers from the stem of a plant, often to encourage healthy growth.

“She learned how to stem the roses to make them last longer in a vase.”

3. verb

To stop or slow the flow of something, such as a liquid or a process.

“The workers tried to stem the flooding by building a dam.”

4. verb

To provide or supply something, such as money or information, to support or help someone or something.

“The charity organization worked to stem the poverty in the local community.”

5. verb

To prevent or delay something, such as a problem or a disaster, from happening or getting worse.

“The team tried to stem the tide of the opponent’s attack.”

6. interjection

An exclamation expressing surprise, shock, or excitement.

“What a stem! That’s one crazy roller coaster ride!”