stemless

adjective

stem·​less ˈstem-ləs How to pronounce stemless (audio)
: having no stem : acaulescent

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The stemless glasses are sturdy and durable as long as they’re treated well (read: hand-washed). Laura Denby, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024 The long stems make a statement on your table, while the stemless options are a sturdier choice to avoid spills. Laura Denby, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024 The stemless design is functional and modern, while the scalloped silhouette and gold trim add an elegant finish. Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024 Design an ornament, snowman, pumpkin, stemless wine glass, bourbon glass, ornament bowl, or vase. Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stemless 

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stemless was in 1753

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“Stemless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stemless. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

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