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Palmistry [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1828

1. The art or practice of divining or telling fortunes by the lines and marks in the palm of the hand; a trick of imposture, much practiced by gypsies.

2. Addison used it humorously for the action of the hand.

Palmistry [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1913

1. The art or practice of divining or telling fortunes, or of judging of character, by the lines and marks in the palm of the hand; chiromancy.

2. A dexterous use or trick of the hand.