palmerin

/ˈpɑːlmərɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A palmerin is a pilgrim, especially one who has walked the road to Santiago de Compostela.

“The weary palmerin arrived at the inn after days of walking.”

2. noun

In heraldry, a palmerin is a symbol representing a pilgrim, often depicted carrying a staff and a wallet.

“The coat of arms featured a palmerin as a crest.”

Synonyms

  • pilgrim
  • traveler

Antonyms

  • resident
  • settler