palimpsests

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Noun palimpsest has 1 sense

palimpsest - a manuscript (usually written on papyrus or parchment) on which more than one text has been written with the earlier writing incompletely erased and still visible
--₁ is a kind of manuscript, holograph

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Term: Palimpsests

Noun (Plural)

Definition: Palimpsests refer to manuscripts or documents that have been overwritten or erased, but still bear traces of previous writings underneath.

Example sentence: The archeologists carefully studied the palimpsests to uncover the hidden ancient scriptures.

Noun (Singular)

Definition: In a figurative sense, a palimpsest can be used to describe something that bears multiple layers of information, history, or influences.

Example sentence: The city is a palimpsest of architectural styles, showcasing a blend of medieval, Renaissance, and modern influences.

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