palimpsest

[US]/'pælɪm(p)sest/
[UK]/'pælɪmpsɛst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a manuscript or piece of writing that has been rewritten, erased, or modified, with traces of the original text still visible
Word Forms

Example Sentences

Sutton Place is a palimpsest of the taste of successive owners.

The ancient manuscript is a palimpsest, with layers of text written and erased over time.

Her memory is like a palimpsest, with layers of experiences and emotions intertwined.

The city is a palimpsest of different architectural styles, reflecting its rich history.

The painting is a palimpsest of colors, with layers of hues blending together.

His mind is a palimpsest of memories, with past events still vivid in his thoughts.

The novel is a palimpsest of influences, with various literary references woven into the narrative.

The archaeological site is a palimpsest of civilizations, revealing layers of ancient cultures.

The artist's work is a palimpsest of techniques, showcasing a blend of traditional and modern styles.

The cityscape is a palimpsest of memories, with each building holding stories of the past.

The family album is a palimpsest of generations, with photographs capturing moments from different eras.

Real-world Examples

And how might this be a palimpsest of what happened somewhere long ago?

Source: The school of life

A palimpsest is a manuscript which has been erased and overwritten.

Source: TED Talks (Video Edition) February 2016 Collection

The result was a kind of palimpsest of London's industrial boom.

Source: The Guardian (Article Version)

The truth is that this world of adaption has made him into a palimpsest.

Source: Bilingual Edition of TED-Ed Selected Speeches

The truth is that this world of adaptation has made him into a palimpsest.

Source: Bilingual Edition of TED-Ed Selected Speeches

15. Perhaps the most famous example is the Archimedes palimpsest.

Source: New TPO Listening

The spinal cord is like a palimpsest, says Rajesh Munglani, vice-president of the British Pain Society.

Source: The Economist Science and Technology

10. Palimpsests were created … well, we know about two methods that were used for removing ink from parchment.

Source: New TPO Listening

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