stamen n : the male reproductive organ of a flower [also: stamina (pl)]stamina n : enduring strength and energy [syn: staying power, toughness]stamina See stamen

English

Etymology

From etyl la stamina, plural of stamen.

Pronunciation

• a UK /ˈstamɪnə/

Noun

1. Plural of stamen
2. In the context of "obsolete|as plural": The basic elements of a thing; rudimentary structures or qualities.
3. In the context of "now considered singular": The energy and strength for continuing to do something over a long period of time; power of sustained exertion, or resistance to hardship, illness etc.

Translations

Stamina may refer to:

• Stamina, the capability of sustaining prolonged stressful effort (see endurance)
• Stamina, the plural of stamen, the male organ of a flower
• Stam1na, a Finnish heavy metal band
• Stamina, a freeware program developed by TypingSoft to teach touch-typing
• Stamina wood, a type of wood laminate typically used in the manufacture of knife handles

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