How to Pronounce "palmers"
word
ˈpɑɫmɝ/, /ˈpɑmɝ
PAHL-mer
pˈɑːməz
PAH-muhz
Definition
A 'palmer' is a person, especially in medieval times, who went on a religious pilgrimage and brought back a palm branch as proof. It can also refer to someone carrying a palm leaf, especially for religious reasons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑɫmɝ/, /ˈpɑmɝ
British English
pˈɑːməz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAHL-mer
UK
PAH-muhz
Listen in Context
In medieval times, palmers walked long distances to holy sites.
Palmers often brought back palm branches from their journey.
The church welcomed home the tired palmers.
Stories about palmers have inspired many medieval legends.