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   stem

   /stɛm/

   noun

   • 1. the main body or stalk of a plant or shrub, typically rising above ground but occasionally subterranean. Similar trunkstalkstockcanetechnical:peduncle
   • ▪ the stalk supporting a fruit, flower, or leaf, and attaching it to a larger branch, twig, or stalk. Similar stalkshoottwigtechnical:binepedicelpetiolepeduncleaxis
   • 2. a long, thin supportive or main section of something: "the main stem of the wing feathers"
   • ▪ the slender part of a wine glass between the base and the bowl: "her fingers tightened on the stem of her glass"
   • ▪ the tube of a tobacco pipe: "Stanley eyed his father over the stem of his pipe"
   • ▪ a rod or cylinder in a mechanism, for example the sliding shaft of a bolt or the winding pin of a watch: "the stem of the bolt edged clear"
   • ▪ a vertical stroke in a letter or musical note.
   • 3. the root or main part of a word, to which inflections or formative elements are added.
   • ▪ the main line of descent of a family or nation: archaic, literary "the Hellenic tribes were derived from the Aryan stem"
   • 4. the main upright timber or metal piece at the bow of a ship, to which the ship's sides are joined at the front end: "the spines and bow stems of abandoned hulks"
   • 5. a pipe used for smoking crack or opium. informal US

   verb

   • 1. originate in or be caused by: "many of the universities' problems stem from rapid expansion"
   • 2. remove the stems from (fruit or tobacco leaves): "her aunt and her mother were stemming currants on the side porch"
   • 3. (of a boat) make headway against (the tide or current): "if the wind will only freshen a little, we shall be able to stem the first of the flood"

   Word Origin Old Englishstemn, stefn, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch stam and German Stamm. stem1 (sense 4 of the noun) is related to Dutch steven, German Steven.

   Derivatives

   • 1. stemless adjective
   • 2. stemlike adjective

   Scrabble Points: 6

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2. stemeducationguide.com › what-is-stemWhat is STEM? What You Need to Know - STEM Education Guide

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   Mar 21, 2024 · STEM intertwines science, tech, engineering, and math for integrated learning. A quality STEM education encourages problem-solving and real-world application. STEM fields are known for their significant growth and lucrative job opportunities.

3. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › Science,_technology,_engineering,_and_mathematicsScience, technology, engineering, and mathematics - Wikipedia

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   Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics ( STEM) is an umbrella term used to group together the distinct but related technical disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The term is typically used in the context of education policy or curriculum choices in schools.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSTEM | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   a central part of something from which other parts can develop or grow, or which forms a support. The stem of a plant is the straight part that grows above the ground and from which leaves and flowers grow. The stem of a glass is the narrow, vertical part that supports the container into which you put liquid.

5. www.britannica.com › topic › STEM-educationSTEM | Description, Development, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jul 3, 2024 · STEM, field and curriculum centred on education in the disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The STEM acronym was introduced in 2001 by scientific administrators at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF).

6. www.techtarget.com › whatis › definitionWhat is STEM? - TechTarget

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   STEM is an educational program developed to prepare primary and secondary students for college, graduate study and careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). In addition to subject-specific learning, STEM aims to foster inquiring minds, logical reasoning and collaboration skills.

7. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › stemStem Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of STEM is the main trunk of a plant; specifically : a primary plant axis that develops buds and shoots instead of roots. How to use stem in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Stem.

8. science-teaching.org › stem-education › what-is-stem-educationWhat Is STEM Education? | Science Teaching

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   Dec 12, 2022 · What Is STEM Education? STEM education promotes the integration and development of scientific and technical subjects in a single interdisciplinary framework.

9. www.edsmart.org › what-is-stemWhat Is STEM? Science, Technology, Engineering, And Math -...

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   What is STEM? STEM fields—encompassing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—are foundational to a wide range of disciplines that drive innovation and progress. These areas play a crucial role in advancing technology and knowledge, contributing to problem-solving and critical thinking in various industries. Table of Contents.

10. www.stemconnects.org › what-is-stemWhat is STEM | STEM Connects

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    STEM refers to an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to learning, with emphases on critical thinking, problem solving, analysis, design, and innovation. These skills are not just important for future scientists and engineers, but also for general literacy and employment in our technology-driven society. Women in STEM.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySTEM | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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    a central part of something from which other parts can develop or grow, or which forms a support. The stem of a plant is the straight part that grows above the ground and from which leaves and flowers grow. The stem of a glass is the narrow, vertical part that supports the container into which you put liquid.