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palm [ˈpɑːm]

1 palm noun
  • the inside part of the hand between the wrist and the fingers

2 palm noun
  • a kind of tree that grows in tropical regions and has a straight, tall trunk and many large leaves at the top of the trunk —called also palm tree
  • a bush or large plant that is related to the palm and can be grown indoors
  • the leaf of a palm especially when it is carried as a symbol of victory or in celebration of something

3 palm verb
  • to hide (something) in the palm of your hand
  • to hold (a basketball) in an illegal way for a moment while you are dribbling
  • to knock (the ball) away from the goal with your hands