holy

/ˈhəʊli//ˈhoʊli/

noun

  1. 1

    A thing that is extremely holy; used almost exclusively in Holy of Holies.

adjective

  1. 1

    Dedicated to a religious purpose or a god.

    “I'm planning to visit the holy city of Jerusalem this Christmas.”
  2. 2

    Revered in a religion.

  3. 3

    Morally perfect or flawless, or nearly so.

    “My grandmother is a very holy woman.”
  4. 4

    Separated or set apart from (something unto something or someone else).

  5. 5

    Set apart or dedicated for a specific purpose, or for use by a single entity or person.

  6. 6

    Used as an intensifier in various interjections.

    “Holy cow, I can’t believe he actually lost the race!”

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