Definitions

1. noun

A manuscript page from which the original text has been scraped off and a new text written over it.

“The ancient manuscript was a remarkable example of a palimpsest, containing texts from different periods.”

2. noun

A layer of rock or soil that has been deposited on top of an older layer.

“The geologist studied the palimpsest of rock formations to understand the region’s geological history.”

3. noun

A cultural or social phenomenon in which elements of one period or culture are incorporated into another.

“The city’s architecture was a mix of old and new, creating a unique palimpsest of styles.”