tige
French → English
(botany) Stem: the main upward axis of a plant that supports leaves and flowers
La tige du tournesol est particulièrement robuste pour supporter le poids de sa fleur.
(English) The sunflower stem is particularly sturdy to support the weight of its flower.
Il faut couper les tiges en biseau avant de mettre les fleurs dans le vase.
(English) The stems should be cut at an angle before putting the flowers in the vase.
(fashion) Shank: the upper part of a boot that covers the leg; upper
Ces bottes de cuir ont une tige haute qui protège les jambes contre la pluie.
(English) These leather boots have a high upper that protects the legs against rain.
La tige de la chaussure est trop rigide et blesse ma cheville.
(English) The shoe's upper is too stiff and hurts my ankle.
Entry ID: fr:en:tige · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary