Bud holder
I believe the answer is:
stem
'bud holder' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for stem that I've seen before include "Hold back - stock - check" , "Main part of noun or verb" , "feature of wine glass" , "Originate (from)" , "Main upright of a ship's bow" .)