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Palm

Pahm

/ˈpɑːm/

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palm

Dictionary meaning

To take something into the palm of one's hand, usually for concealing or as part of a sleight-of-hand magic trick.

Examples

  • I palmed the card that the volunteer had chosen.
  • My palms were rough after handling bricks all day.

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