definition of
palm

[1] #1 palm n. [thenar] the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers. wn

[2] #2 palm v. [handle] touch, lift, or hold with the hands; "Don't handle the merchandise". wn

[3] #3 palm n. a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand. wn

[4] #4 palm n. [palm tree] any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves. wn

[5] #5 palm n. [decoration, laurel wreath, medal, medallion, ribbon] an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event. wn