holy
/ˈhəʊli//ˈhoʊli/
noun
- 1
A thing that is extremely holy; used almost exclusively in Holy of Holies.
adjective
- 1
Dedicated to a religious purpose or a god.
“I'm planning to visit the holy city of Jerusalem this Christmas.”
- 2
Revered in a religion.
- 3
Morally perfect or flawless, or nearly so.
“My grandmother is a very holy woman.”
- 4
Separated or set apart from (something unto something or someone else).
- 5
Set apart or dedicated for a specific purpose, or for use by a single entity or person.
- 6
Used as an intensifier in various interjections.
“Holy cow, I can’t believe he actually lost the race!”
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