palimpsest
Definition: a manuscript or piece of writing material on which the original writing has been erased to make room for later writing but of which traces remain. (noun)
Example: The ancient scroll was a palimpsest, revealing faint traces of an older text beneath.
Synonyms: reused manuscript
Antonyms: original manuscript
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Questions about palimpsest
What does “palimpsest” mean?
palimpsest (noun) means a manuscript or piece of writing material on which the original writing has been erased to make room for later writing but of which traces remain.
How do you use “palimpsest” in a sentence?
The ancient scroll was a palimpsest, revealing faint traces of an older text beneath.
What are synonyms of “palimpsest”?
Words with a similar meaning to palimpsest include reused manuscript. Opposites include original manuscript.
Is “palimpsest” a test vocabulary word?
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