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palmyra

Pronunciation: /palˈmʌɪrə/

Definition of palmyra

noun

  • an Asian fan palm which yields a wide range of useful products, including timber, fibre, 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 city of Palmyra

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