pedicle
Syllabification: (ped·i·cle)
Pronunciation: /ˈpedikəl/
Definition of pedicle
noun
Anatomy & Zoology- a small stalklike structure connecting an organ or other part to the human or animal body. Compare with pedicel.
Origin:
early 17th century: from Latin pediculus 'small foot', diminutive of pes, ped-