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| ho·ly [ hṓlee ] |
adjective (comparative ho·li·er, superlative ho·li·est) |
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1. consecrated: dedicated or set apart for religious purposes
  holy water
Native American holy ground
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2. saintly: devoted to the service of God, a god, or a goddess
a holy man
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3. sacred: relating to, belonging to, or coming from a divine being or power
holy relics
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4. awe-inspiring: having a character that evokes reverence
Arlington National Cemetery is a holy place for many people of the United States.
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5. used in expressions of surprise: used in various expressions to show surprise
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informal
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Holy mackerel!
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noun (plural ho·lies) |
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1. holy thing: something sanctified or venerated
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2. holy person: a devoutly religious or saintly person
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| [ Old English hālig< Germanic] |
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| ho·li·ly adverb |
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