줄기, 대
The main body or stalk of a plant or shrub, typically rising above ground.
예문:
"The thick stem of the cactus stores water for long periods."
"He carefully removed the thorns from the rose stem."
자루, 굽, 용두
A long, thin supportive or main section of an object, such as a wineglass, pipe, or watch part.
예문:
"The crystal wineglass has a very long and elegant stem."
"The winding stem of the old watch was broken."
어간
The root or main part of a word to which inflections or affixes are added.
예문:
"In many languages, the verb stem changes depending on the tense."
"Identify the stem of the word before looking it up in the dictionary."
뱃머리, 이물
The main upright timber or metal piece at the bow of a ship.
예문:
"The ship's stem cut through the waves with impressive speed."
"Water splashed against the stem as the boat gained speed."
세로선, 부미
A vertical stroke in a letter or a musical note.
예문:
"The stem of the note should point upwards if it is below the middle line."
"The designer thickened the stem of the font to make it more legible."
과학 기술 교육
An acronym for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics as an educational category.
예문:
"The university is investing heavily in STEM programs to prepare students for future jobs."
"Early exposure to STEM subjects can spark a lifelong interest in science."
막다, 저지하다
To stop or restrict the flow or spread of something undesirable.
예문:
"The doctor used a tourniquet to stem the flow of blood from the leg."
"New regulations were introduced to stem the rise of illegal fishing."
유래하다, 생기다
To originate or derive from a specific source or cause.
예문:
"Most of his health problems stem from a poor diet and lack of exercise."
"The conflict stems from a misunderstanding between the two leaders."