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palmyra

Syllabification: (pal·my·ra)

Pronunciation: /palˈmīrə/

Definition of palmyra

noun

an Asian fan palm that yields a wide range of useful products, including timber, fiber, and fruit.
- Borassus flabellifer, family Palmae

Origin:

late 17th century: from Portuguese palmeira 'palm tree'. The change in the ending was due to association with the name of the ancient city of Palmyra