adjective
- relating to or resembling a peduncle (a stalk supporting a flower, fruit, or other plant part)
- relating to a peduncle in anatomy (a stalk-like structure connecting parts of the brain or other organs)
Usage: botanical
Usage: medical; anatomical
Examples
- The peduncular region of the brain contains important neural pathways.
- Peduncular flowers are easier to harvest than those growing directly from the stem.
- The doctor examined the peduncular area for signs of damage.
- Many fruit trees have peduncular attachments that make picking easier.
- The peduncular connection between the cerebrum and brainstem is crucial for motor function.