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Noun
Any of various evergreentrees 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.
(Scouting) Any of 23 awards that can be earned after obtaining the Eagle Scout rank, but can only be awarded before an Eagle Scout turns 18 years old (except under special circumstances).
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 linearmeasure 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.
