English dictionary
palm
/p/A/m/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers
Synonyms thenarSource: WordNet 3.0
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a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand
Source: WordNet 3.0
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any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves
Synonyms palm treeSource: WordNet 3.0
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an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The inner and somewhat concave part of the hand between the bases of the fingers and the wrist.
Source: webster1913
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Any endogenous tree of the order <i>Palmæ</i> or <i>Palmaceæ</i>; a palm tree.
Source: webster1913
verb
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touch, lift, or hold with the hands
Synonyms handleSource: WordNet 3.0
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To handle.
Source: webster1913
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To "grease the palm" of; to bribe or tip.
Source: webster1913