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Definition of palermo

palermo

/pəˈlɛr.moʊ/
Pa · ler · mo
Adjective:Palermitan
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palermo Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The capital and largest city of the Italian island region of Sicily, located on its northwestern coast and historically significant as a major Mediterranean cultural and commercial hub.

Example

"The vibrant street markets and stunning Arab-Norman architecture make Palermo a fascinating destination for historians and tourists alike."

• Nearby Words

palena
paleoclimatic
paleogeographer
palermo
palestine
palestinian viper
palette

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Latin 'Panormus', which traces back to the Ancient Greek 'Pánormos' (Πάνορμος), meaning 'always fit for landing in' or 'all-port', referring to its extensive natural harbor.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Palermo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/palermo
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