pal

Meanings

• noun

  A person with whom one is friends; a companion or associate.

• noun

  Informal term for the palm of the hand.

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Pronunciation

1. /pal/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pal
call , fall , hall , mall , pall , small , wall

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Variants

List of all variants of pal that leads to same result
pal , pals , palship , palships , palled , palling , pal around with , palled around with , palling around with , pals around with , pal up , palled up , palling up , pals up , pen pal , pen pals , gal pal

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Etymology

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Originally meaning 'companion' or 'accompanist' in Old French, the term 'pal' eventually came to refer to the hand in English due to its association with the Latin palma, meaning 'palm of the hand'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pal' is also used as a term of endearment among friends.

2. In some sports, the term 'pal' is used to refer to a teammate or partner.

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Related Concepts

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1. companion: A person who accompanies and provides friendship, support, or assistance.

2. hand: A part of the human body used for manipulating objects and performing various functions.

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Culture

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The term 'pal' has been used extensively in literature and art, particularly in the context of friendship and companionship. In music, the term is used metaphorically to refer to a partner or collaborator. In some cultures, the palm of the hand is considered a symbol of strength and protection.

How to Memorize "pal"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape and size of your own hand, focusing on the palm area.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pal' with the feeling of a handshake or the image of a close friend.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'People Are Loyal' to remember the definition of 'pal' as 'companion'.

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