stem
stem
stem
stem
British pronunciation
/ˈstɛm/

Definizione e significato di "stem"in inglese

01

stelo

the main part of a plant that connects the roots to the twigs, leaves, and flowers
stem definition and meaning
example
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The scientist examined the stem under a microscope to study its structure and how it conducts nutrients.
Lo scienziato ha esaminato il fusto al microscopio per studiarne la struttura e come conduce i nutrienti.
After picking the herbs, she removed the stems and used the leaves for cooking.
Dopo aver raccolto le erbe, ha rimosso gli steli e ha usato le foglie per cucinare.
02

(in linguistics) the base form of a word after removing affixes

example
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In " unhappiness, " the stem is " happy. "
Linguists analyze stems to understand word formation.
03

a long, narrow, or cylindrical part of an object or mechanism

example
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He replaced the broken stem of his wine glass.
The stem of the watch connected the crown to the gears.
04

a type of turn in skiing made by angling one ski outward while the other remains straight

example
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He practiced the stem to control his speed on steep slopes.
Beginners learn the stem before moving to parallel turns.
05

the forwardmost part of a ship or aircraft, forming its leading edge or prow

example
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The ship 's stem cut cleanly through the waves.
The aircraft 's stem showed minor damage after landing.
06

the hollow shaft of a smoking pipe connecting the bowl to the mouthpiece

example
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He cleaned the pipe 's stem after every use.
Smoke curled through the stem as he exhaled.
07

zampe, gambette

a person's leg, often used playfully or in casual conversation
SlangSlang
example
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She has long, toned stems that look amazing in those shorts.
Lei ha delle lunghe gambe toniche che stanno benissimo in quei pantaloncini.
He kicked the ball with both stems.
Ha calciato la palla con entrambe le gambe.
to stem
01

provenire

to be caused by something
Transitive: to stem from a cause
example
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The rise in inflation can often stem from increased demand for goods and services without a corresponding increase in supply.
L'aumento dell'inflazione può spesso derivare da una maggiore domanda di beni e servizi senza un corrispondente aumento dell'offerta.
The environmental degradation in the area stems from unsustainable logging practices and deforestation.
Il degrado ambientale nella zona deriva da pratiche di disboscamento insostenibili e dalla deforestazione.
02

arrestare

to stop something, particularly something undesirable, from developing or spreading
Transitive: to stem an undesirable action or event
example
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Quick action to quarantine affected individuals helped stem the spread of the contagious disease in the community.
Un'azione rapida per mettere in quarantena gli individui colpiti ha aiutato a fermare la diffusione della malattia contagiosa nella comunità.
The timely intervention of firefighters helped stem the wildfire.
Il tempestivo intervento dei vigili del fuoco ha contribuito a fermare l'incendio boschivo.
03

arginare, fermare

to restrain, obstruct, or halt the movement or flow of a liquid
Transitive: to stem the flow of a liquid
example
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The plumber worked quickly to stem the flow of water from the burst pipe.
L'idraulico ha lavorato rapidamente per fermare il flusso d'acqua dal tubo scoppiato.
Emergency crews used sandbags to stem the rising floodwaters and protect homes in the low-lying areas.
Le squadre di emergenza hanno usato sacchi di sabbia per arginare le acque alluvionali in aumento e proteggere le case nelle zone basse.
04

togliere il torsolo, eliminare il picciolo

to extract or cut away the central supporting structure, typically of fruit or tobacco leaves
Transitive: to stem fruit or tobacco leaves
example
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Before making a fruit salad, it 's necessary to stem the strawberries to remove the tough central core.
Prima di preparare una macedonia, è necessario togliere il picciolo alle fragole per rimuovere il nucleo centrale duro.
In wine production, grapes are stemmed to separate the juicy berries from the woody stems before the crushing process.
Nella produzione del vino, l'uva viene diraspata per separare le bacche succose dai gambi legnosi prima del processo di pigiatura.
STEM
Pronunciation
/ˈstɛm/
British pronunciation
/stˈɛm/
01

STEM, campi di studio e carriere che si concentrano su scienza

fields of study and careers that focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
example
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She is pursuing a degree in STEM to become an engineer.
Sta perseguendo una laurea in STEM per diventare ingegnere.
Many schools offer special programs to encourage students to explore STEM subjects.
Molte scuole offrono programmi speciali per incoraggiare gli studenti a esplorare le materie STEM.
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