holly

[ˈhɑːli]

holly Definition

• 1. a tree or shrub with spiny leaves and red berries, often used for Christmas decorations
• 2. the wood of the holly tree

Using holly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "holly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We decorated the house with holly for Christmas.

• Example

  The furniture was made of holly wood.

holly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for holly

• tree
• shrub

Phrases with holly

• holy cow

  an exclamation of surprise or amazement

  Example

  Holy cow! That's amazing!

• holy grail

  a goal or object that is highly sought after

  Example

  For many scientists, finding a cure for cancer is the holy grail of medical research.

• holy mackerel

  an exclamation of surprise or amazement

  Example

  Holy mackerel! I can't believe it!

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Summary: holly in Brief

Holly [ˈhɑːli] is a tree or shrub with spiny leaves and red berries, often used for Christmas decorations. It is also used for furniture-making. The phrase 'holy cow' is an exclamation of surprise or amazement, while 'holy grail' refers to a highly sought-after goal or object.