stemless

/ˈstɛm.lɛs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking a stem; especially, of a flower, having no stalk or peduncle.

“The stemless cactus in the garden had beautiful flowers.”

2. noun

A stemless plant, especially a cactus with no stalk or peduncle.

“The store had a variety of stemless plants for sale.”

3. adverb

Without a stem or stem-like structure.

“The stemless route through the forest made it easier to hike.”

Synonyms

  • cactus
  • stemless plant

Antonyms

  • stalked
  • stemmed