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I believe the answer is:
stem
(Other definitions for stem that I've seen before include "Type of cell" , "Slender upright part, of flower or glass" , "Peduncle" , "Ski turn and plant support" , "root" .)
I believe the answer is:
stem
(Other definitions for stem that I've seen before include "Type of cell" , "Slender upright part, of flower or glass" , "Peduncle" , "Ski turn and plant support" , "root" .)