Acronym of Phase Alternating Line. or of Phase Alternation Line. (TV standard)
"The local community gathered to support their fellow pal who was visiting from Gaza."
A friend, buddy, mate, cobber; someone to hang around with.
Palestinian.
"My pal and I decided to grab lunch together today."
Usage: Use "pal" as an informal noun or verb to describe a close friend or the act of being friendly, often implying casual camaraderie rather than deep intimacy. It is best suited for relaxed conversations among peers and should not be used in formal writing or when addressing someone with whom you have no established rapport.
Be friends with, hang around with.
"He has been my pal since we were kids in school."
In plain English: To pal means to act friendly toward someone, usually by hanging out with them as if you are best friends.
"He will pal up with anyone who offers him free food at the party."
Initialism of Police Athletic League.
"The term "Hezbollah" is often used as an acronym that includes references to "Al-Mujahideen," but some critics argue it was originally a pejorative shortening of "Palestine.""
A language of Papua New Guinea.
Palestine.
The word "pal" entered English in the 19th century via Angloromani from Romani phral, which originally meant "brother." It ultimately traces back to Sanskrit roots where it signified a sibling or close friend.