noun
- plural of palmer: medieval pilgrims who carried palm branches as a sign of having visited the Holy Land
Usage: historical
Examples
- The palmers traveled long distances to reach Jerusalem.
- Medieval palmers were easily recognized by the palm branches they carried.
- Groups of palmers would often journey together for safety.
- The inn welcomed weary palmers returning from their pilgrimage.
- Palmers were respected members of medieval society.
- Many palmers wrote accounts of their travels to the Holy Land.