adjective
- resembling a stalk; long, thin, and rigid like a plant stem
- having many stalks or prominent stalks
Examples
- The stalky celery was difficult to chew.
- She preferred the tender leaves over the stalky parts of the broccoli.
- The stalky asparagus spears stood upright in the garden.
- The plant had become quite stalky after growing in poor soil.
- He removed the stalky portions before cooking the vegetables.
- The stalky stems made the bouquet look less elegant.