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palm

n. the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers

palm

n. a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand

palm tree

n. any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves

decoration, ribbon, laurel-wreath, medal, medallion

n. an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event

handle

v. touch, lift, or hold with the hands; "Don't handle the merchandise"

badge

n. an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.); "they checked everyone's badge before letting them in"

flag, ensign, national flag

n. emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design

insignia

n. a badge worn to show official position

arms, blazon, blazonry, coat of arms

n. the official symbols of a family, state, etc.

emblem

n. a visible symbol representing an abstract idea

trophy, prize

n. something given as a token of victory

ribbon

n. notion consisting of a narrow strip of fine material used for trimming

feel, finger

v. examine by touch; "Feel this soft cloth!"; "The customer fingered the sweater"

control, operate

v. handle and cause to function; "do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"; "control the lever"

stroke, fondle

v. touch lightly and with affection, with brushing motions; "He stroked his long beard"

examine, look at, take a look at, examine by sight

v. observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect; "The customs agent examined the baggage"; "I must see your passport before you can enter the country"

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