internode

[ in-ter-nohd ]

noun

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

internode

/ ˈɪntəˌnəʊd /

noun

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

Derived Forms

• ˌinterˈnodal, adjective

Other Words From

• inter·nodal adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of internode¹

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

Example Sentences

To get a fuller, denser head, a variety with closely spaced internodes — the section of stem between nodes, or growth points — is desirable.

From Seattle Times

This GA drives ACE1 to promote cell division in stem nodes, generating cells that elongate to lengthen the underwater internodes.

From Nature

Each internode of the gene tree was then defined as either a duplication node, a speciation node, or a ‘dubious’ node.

From Nature

Chicory always looks a bit unkempt, producing a long flower stem nearly three feet tall with long internodes between the scattered flowers.

From New York Times

The stipe when developed into an internode between calyx and corolla, as in the Pink family.

From Project Gutenberg