palindrome
noun
a word, line, verse, number, sentence, etc., reading the same backward as forward, as Madam, I'm Adam or Poor Dan is in a droop.
palindromes
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pluralof palindrome.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"In an RNA molecule, the bases of adjacent palindromes can pair and form structures resembling a hairpin. Such structures are crucial for the function of the RNA molecules," he explains.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 8, 2023
Like me, Norwich also enjoys palindromes, phrases that read the same backward and forward, e.g.,
From Washington Post ● Dec. 15, 2022
Twosomes into lucky numbers and palindromes two-stepped it to the Old Orange County Courthouse to be wed on 2-22-22.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 23, 2022
The other two, on Dec. 11 and Dec. 22, are six-digit palindromes: 12-11-21 and 12-22-21.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 1, 2021
And palindromes, with their perfect, satisfying taste: Draw a level award!
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
