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Palm Definition & Meaning

palm
noun
  1. the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers
  2. a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand
  3. any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves
  4. an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event
verb
  1. touch, lift, or hold with the hands; "Don't handle the merchandise"

"Palm" in song lyrics

See how palm is used in real songs:

  • "When you're in a rush break it down in your palm"
    11/5 — Garcia Vegas
  • "With no one searching me, it's like I'm freezing their palm"
    7L & Esoteric — Terrorist's Cell
  • "I burn like flame on, Iron Palm"
    9th Prince f/ RZA — Tribute to the 5th Brother

Words that rhyme with palm

Usage tips for "palm"

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Frequently asked questions

What does palm mean?
the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event touch, lift, or hold with the hands; "Don't handle the merchandise"
What part of speech is palm?
Palm is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does palm have?
Palm has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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