Definition

The practice of predicting a person's future or character by examining the lines and shapes on their hands.

Example

She visited a palmistry expert to learn about her future.

Conversation

Have you ever tried palmistry to see your future?

No, I haven't, but it sounds intriguing!

I went to a session last week, and it was surprisingly accurate.

Wow, I’d love to hear what they said about you!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Palmistry → It is formed from "palma" (from Latin, meaning palm of the hand) and "-istry" (from Greek "-istia", meaning art or practice). The word refers to the practice or art of reading the lines on the palm of the hand to interpret a person's character or predict their future.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'palm' of your hand ('palma') and the 'art' of reading it ('-istry') — that's how palmistry means the art of interpreting the palm.

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