Synonyms for

Stipe

Verb / staɪp / Another word for stipe — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The stalk supporting the cap of a mushroom or toadstool.

Synonyms & similar words

stem stalk trunk peduncle petiole shaft axis column pillar support base footstalk caudex rhizome rootstock culm stover chaff straw haulm

Example sentences

  1. The stipe of the mushroom was thick and white.
  2. The stipe supported the cap of the toadstool.
  3. The stipe was covered in a slimy substance.
  4. The stipe of the mushroom was longer than the cap.
  5. The stipe was strong enough to hold up the heavy cap.

Quotes

  • The stipe is the foundation of the mushroom.
  • Without the stipe, a mushroom would be incomplete.
  • The stipe is often overlooked, but it plays a crucial role in the life of a mushroom.

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