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stigma: see pistil pistil (pĭs`tĭl), one of the four basic parts of a flower , the central structure around which are arranged the stamens, the petals, ..... Click the link for more information. . stigma 1. a small scar or mark such as a birthmark 2. Pathol a. any mark on the skin, such as one characteristic of a specific disease b. any sign of a mental deficiency or emotional upset 3. Botany the receptive surface of a carpel, where deposited pollen germinates 4. Zoology a. a pigmented eyespot in some protozoans and other invertebrates b. the spiracle of an insect 5. Archaic a mark branded on the skin 6. Christianity marks resembling the wounds of the crucified Christ, believed to appear on the bodies of certain individuals Stigma mark of Cain God’s mark on Cain, a sign of his shame for fratricide. [O. T.: Genesis 4:15] the letter “A” for “adultery” sewn on Hester Prynne’s garments. [Am. Lit.: Hawthorne The Scarlet Letter] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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