Pedicel

Synonyms of pedicel

• stem
• stalk
• petiole

Antonyms of pedicel

• acme
• apex
• tip

Collocations of pedicel

flower pedicel

Frequency: 70 %

The flower pedicel connects the flower to the main stem.

fruit pedicel

Frequency: 60 %

The fruit pedicel is responsible for attaching the fruit to the plant.

short pedicel

Frequency: 50 %

The short pedicel keeps the fruit close to the main stem.

long pedicel

Frequency: 45 %

The long pedicel allows the flower to sway in the wind.

thin pedicel

Frequency: 35 %

The thin pedicel may break easily under strong winds.

Idiomatic Expressions for pedicel

• Phrase: cut the pedicel
  Meaning: to sever ties or connections with someone or something
  Usage: After the disagreement, she decided to cut the pedicel with her former business partner.