internode

American

[in-ter-nohd] / ˈɪn tərˌnoʊd /

noun

a part or space between two nodes, knots, or joints, as the portion of a plant stem between two nodes.

internode British

/ ˈɪntəˌnəʊd /

noun

the part of a plant stem between two nodes
the part of a nerve fibre between two nodes of Ranvier

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Derived Forms

internodal

adjective

Etymology

Origin of internode

From the Latin word internōdium, dating back to 1660–70. See inter-, node

Example Sentences

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Internode elongation is enhanced only in the upper internodes of semi-dwarf varieties during reproductive development.

From Nature • Jul. 14, 2020

For precision, therefore, the place where the leaf or leaves are borne is called a Node, and the naked interval between two nodes, an Internode.

From The Elements of Botany For Beginners and For Schools by Gray, Asa

Internode, the part of a stem between two nodes, 13.

From The Elements of Botany For Beginners and For Schools by Gray, Asa

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