English Explanatory Dictionary

stipes

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The vertical beam of a cross used for crucifixion.
  2. The basal segment of the maxilla of an insect or a crustacean.
  3. A stipe; a stalk or stem.
name
  1. A surname from Dutch.

Word forms

stipes stipites Stipeses

Etymology

From Latin stīpes.

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