What does PALMS mean?

Palms

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: The inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers.
• Noun: Any of numerous plants of the palm family, usually having a straight, unbranched trunk topped with large, pinnate or palmate leaves.
• Verb: Conceal (a card or other small object) in the hand, especially as part of a trick or scam.

Pronunciations:

• US: /pɑmz/
• UK: /pɑːmz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "palms" originated in Middle English, from Old English "palma" and Latin "palma," meaning "palm of the hand" or "palm tree." It is commonly used to refer to the inner surface of the hand, as well as to a variety of plants in the palm family.

Synonyms:

• Hand
• Tree
• Shrub

Related Words:

• Plasm
• Lamps
• Clasp
• Stamp
• Comps

Example Sentences:

• He wiped the sweat from his palms before shaking hands.
• The resort was surrounded by tall palms.
• The magician palmed the card and slipped it into his pocket.