Meaning of the word palmetto in English

What does palmetto mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

palmetto

US /pɑːlˈmet̬.oʊ/
UK /pælˈmet.əʊ/

Noun

a small palm tree with fan-shaped leaves, native to the southeastern US and the West Indies

Example:
The beach was lined with swaying palmetto trees.
We saw a small lizard hiding under a palmetto leaf.