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Definition of wingstem
wingstem
/ˈwɪŋˌstɛm/
wing · stem
Plural:wingstems
wingstem Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
North American A tall perennial plant native to central and eastern North America, belonging to the aster family, characterized by late-summer yellow flowers and distinctive wing-like, leafy ridges running longitudinally down its stems.
Example
"The meadow was filled with goldenrod and wingstem, providing an abundant source of late-season nectar for local pollinators."
Word Origin & Etymology
A descriptive compound formed from 'wing' and 'stem', referring to the characteristic longitudinal flanges or leafy ridges of tissue that run down the stalks of the plant.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wingstem. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wingstem