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Stemma Definition & Meaning

stemma
noun
  1. a tree diagram showing a reconstruction of the transmission of manuscripts of a literary work
  2. the descendants of one individual; "his entire lineage has been warriors"
  3. an eye having a single lens

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Frequently asked questions

What does stemma mean?
a tree diagram showing a reconstruction of the transmission of manuscripts of a literary work the descendants of one individual; "his entire lineage has been warriors" an eye having a single lens
What part of speech is stemma?
Stemma is a noun.
How many definitions does stemma have?
Stemma has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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