Meaning ofpetiolein English

Noun

1. leaf stalk attaching blade to stem
   The petiole connects the leaf blade to the plant stem.
2. narrow insect body segment (wasps, etc.); constricted part
   The wasp's petiole is the narrow segment between its abdomen and thorax.
3. stalk at base of paper wasp nest
   The petiole supports the leaf and helps it absorb nutrients from the stem.