PALMING Meaning and
Definition
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Palming is a verb that primarily refers to the act of concealing or hiding something within the palm of one's hand. It involves the skillful manipulation of the hand to hold or transfer an object without it being detected or noticed by others. This technique is commonly used in various fields such as magic, illusion, pickpocketing, and sleight of hand.
In magic and illusion, palming serves as a fundamental technique for magicians to make objects seemingly disappear and reappear at will. By skillfully palming a small object while distracting the audience's attention, magicians are able to create the illusion of objects vanishing or materializing out of thin air.
In pickpocketing, palming is used to discreetly remove items from a person's pocket or belongings without their knowledge. Skilled pickpockets adept in palming can delicately extract wallets, watches, or other valuable items from unsuspecting individuals without arousing suspicion.
Moreover, palming can also be used as a technique in ball games, where players hide and transfer the ball from one hand to another during a maneuver, aiming to deceive opponents and gain an advantage.
While predominantly associated with deception and covert actions, palming can also have legitimate purposes, such as aiding in the grip of objects or serving as a supportive gesture when handing something to another person. However, it is the clandestine nature of palming that distinguishes it as a technique mainly employed for secretive or skillful purposes.
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Imposing upon by fraud; cheating.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for PALMING
Etymology of PALMING
The word "palming" originated from the Middle English word "palm", which came from the Old English word "palm". This Old English term was derived from the Latin word "palma", meaning "palm of the hand" or "flat of the hand". The root of "palma" is believed to be from the same Proto-Indo-European source that gave rise to the Sanskrit word "pálmā", meaning "palm of the hand" or "leaf". Over time, the word "palming" emerged as a gerund form of "palm", specifically referring to an action involving the hand, often used in different contexts like sleight of hand tricks or ball handling.
Conjugate verb Palming
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