palms Meaning & Definition
What Does Palms Mean?
Palms is used as a noun meaning plural of palm. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of palm. As a verb, it means To hold or conceal something in the palm of the hand, e.g, for an act of sleight of hand or to steal something.
Quick Facts About Palms
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | palm tree and loof |
| Antonyms | hardel |
Palms Definition (Noun)
- plural of palm
Palms as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of palm
Noun
- Any of various evergreen trees from the family Palmae or Arecaceae, which are mainly found in the tropics.
- A branch or leaf of the palm, anciently borne or worn as a symbol of victory or rejoicing.
- (by extension) Triumph; victory.
- Any of 23 awards that can be earned after obtaining the Eagle Scout rank, but generally only before turning 18 years old.
Noun
- The inner and somewhat concave part of the human hand that extends from the wrist to the bases of the fingers.
- The corresponding part of the forefoot of a lower mammal.
- A linear measure equal either to the breadth of the hand or to its length from the wrist to the ends of the fingers; a hand; used in measuring a horse's height.
- (sailmaking) A metallic disk attached to a strap and worn in the palm of the hand; used to push the needle through the canvas, in sewing sails, etc.
- The broad flattened part of an antler, as of a full-grown fallow deer; so called as resembling the palm of the hand with its protruding fingers.
- The flat inner face of an anchor fluke.
Verb
- To hold or conceal something in the palm of the hand, e.g, for an act of sleight of hand or to steal something.
- To hold something without bending the fingers significantly.
John palmed the ball.
- To move something with the palm of the hand.
Synonyms of Palms
Palms synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Palms
Palms in a Sentence
John palmed the ball.
Word Forms & Grammar
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Words That Rhyme With Palms
Frequently Asked Questions About Palms
Is palms a noun or a verb?
Palms is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for palms?
You can replace palms with words such as palm tree and loof. See the full list of palms synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of palms?
The opposite of palms is hardel.