Palmetto: meaning, definitions and examples

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palmetto

 

[ pรฆlหˆmษ›toสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botany plant

Palmetto refers to a type of fan palm tree, most commonly found in the southern United States. These trees are characterized by their fan-shaped leaves and robust trunk. The palmetto is often associated with coastal regions and has significant aesthetic appeal in landscaping. Additionally, the palmetto plant is known for its medicinal properties, particularly in folk medicine.

Synonyms

fan palm, saw palmetto

Examples of usage

  • The palmetto tree swayed gently in the warm breeze.
  • We planted several palmettos around the garden for decoration.
  • Palmetto berries are harvested for their health benefits.

Translations

Translations of the word "palmetto" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น palmeira

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคพเคฎเฅ‡เคŸเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะปะผะตั‚ั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒซใƒกใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒ”๋ฉ”ํ† 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงู„ู…ูŠุชูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฃ•ๆฆˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐะปะผะตั‚ั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒšแƒ›แƒ”แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ palmetto

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ palmetto

Etymology

The word 'palmetto' originates from the Spanish term 'palmeta', a diminutive of 'palma', which means palm. This term was adopted into English in the early 18th century. The palmetto tree is prevalent in the southeastern United States, particularly in Florida and South Carolina, where it has become a symbol of the region. The South Carolina state flag features a palmetto tree, illustrating its cultural significance. Historically, palmetto trees were used by Native Americans and early settlers for thatching roofs and making various household items. Over time, their health benefits, particularly from the berries, have garnered attention in herbal medicine. The usage of the word has evolved as the plant became intertwined with the identity and heritage of the American South.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,680, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.