pal�let1 (păl'ĭt)
n.
A projection on a machine part, such as a pawl for controlling the motion of a ratchet wheel in a watch escapement, that engages the teeth of a ratchet wheel to convert reciprocating motion to rotary motion or vice versa.
A wooden, shovellike potter's tool used for mixing and shaping clay.
A metal tool used for printing on book bindings.
A fine brush used for taking up and applying gold leaf.
A portable platform used for storing or moving cargo or freight.
A painter's palette.
[Middle English palet, tongue depressor, from Old French palete, small potter's shovel. See palette.]
pal�let2 (păl'ĭt)
n.
A narrow hard bed or straw-filled mattress.
Chiefly Southern U.S. A temporary bed made from bedding arranged on the floor, especially for a child.