Bridge Word Entry · Second meaning
What word connects tree and hand?
Spoiler: the top-scoring bridge answer
palm
palm — the strongest link: both clue words connect through it.
The clue ladder
Work down from vague to specific — the same order hints appear in the game.
- Clue 1 — A palm is a tall tropical tree with a crown of fronds.
- Clue 2 — The palm is the inner surface of the hand.
Accepted alternatives
- frondaccepted alternative
Depending on the round, several valid answers can score highly; the strongest pick is the one closest to both clues. Seehow scoring works.
Example sentences
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Palm connects tree and hand through its two well-known senses.
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