Definition of stamen
stamens
alsostamina
play \ˈstā-mə-nə, ˈsta-\: a microsporophyll of a seed plant; specifically : the pollen-producing male organ of a flower that consists of an anther and a filament — see flower illustration
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The wheelchair was very heavy and resistant to pushing, so the task required a lot of strength and stamina, and these men generously acted in the spirit of community that Folklife is all about.
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It is closely tied to his stamina which has been a hindrance in the past.
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Kovach said Murphy pitched through the pain of a lower back injury she's been battling since last summer and was impressed with her stamina.
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Like Reggae Sumfest, Rebel Salute's nightly 12-hour duration requires great stamina and with so many acts on the bill, several sets are cut too short.
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Hicks also remarks on Djokovic’s improved stamina and Murray’s more muscular physique.
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If the scientists are successful, small rations of the ketone cuisine could boost a soldier’s stamina, and maybe even keep him nourished for days at a time….
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Origin and Etymology of stamen
Latin, warp, thread, from stare to stand — more at stand
STAMEN Defined for English Language Learners
stamen
playDefinition of stamen for English Language Learners
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botany : the part of a flower that produces pollen
STAMEN Defined for Kids
stamen
playDefinition of stamen for Students
: the part of a flower that produces pollen and is made up of an anther and a filament
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