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Raceme

Noun: A type of flower arrangement in which multiple flowers are borne on short stalks along a central stem.

Example Sentence: The beautiful orchids in the garden were arranged in a raceme, creating a breathtaking display of colors.

Noun: A cluster of fruits, such as grapes or currants, that develop from a single point on a stem.

Example Sentence: The vineyard was filled with racemes of succulent grapes ready to be harvested and turned into fine wine.

Noun: A type of inflorescence, characterized by unbranched axis, with flowers that are attached to the stem by short stalks of equal length.

Example Sentence: The lilac bush in my backyard was adorned with fragrant racemes, attracting bees and butterflies.

Noun: A vertical arrangement of geologic strata or rock units, with each unit successively younger as one moves upward.

Example Sentence: The geologists examined the raceme of rock strata to determine the sequence of geologic events that shaped the landscape.