palm
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
The inside surface of the hand, between the wrist and the fingers.
Usage notes
"Palm" can also mean a type of tree with a tall trunk and long leaves, so context tells you which meaning is meant.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She held the small seed in the _____ of her hand."
Answer: palm
In your own words, what does "palm" mean?
The inside surface of the hand, between the wrist and the fingers.
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