Footstalk

Definition:

  • (n.) The stalk of a leaf or of flower; a petiole, pedicel, or reduncle.
  • (n.) The peduncle or stem by which various marine animals are attached, as certain brachiopods and goose barnacles.
  • (n.) The stem which supports which supports the eye in decapod Crustacea; eyestalk.
  • (n.) The lower part of a millstone spindle. It rests in a step.

Compare footstalk with other words:

footstalk vs. footstall

footstalk vs. support

footstalk vs. pedicel

footstalk vs. peduncle

footstalk vs. stalk

footstalk vs. shank