What is another word for funicle?
Pronunciation: [fjˈuːnɪkə͡l] (IPA) 
Funicle has a few synonyms that you might find useful. One word you could use instead is "cord," which emphasizes the narrow, rope-like quality of the structure. Another possibility is "filament," which suggests a more delicate, branching structure. "Tendril" connotes a curling, twisting shape, while "stalk" emphasizes the stem-like quality of the funicle. If you want to focus on the way that funicles carry and deliver nutrients to developing seeds, "vascular strand" might be a good choice. Whatever word you choose, make sure that it accurately describes the funicle's appearance, function, or both.
