Definition

The practice of reading and interpreting the lines, shapes, and other features of the human hand to predict the future or reveal character traits; a form of divination with no scientific basis.

Example Usage

The fortune teller offered to read my palm and tell me about my romantic future through palmistry.

Origin

From 'palm' (of the hand) combined with the suffix '-istry' (practice or art), developed as a mystical practice in ancient civilizations.

Fun Fact

Palmistry has been practiced for thousands of years across various cultures, including ancient India, Egypt, and China.

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