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    holy
    /ˈhəʊli/

    adjective

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  3. Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the word holy, which can mean exalted, divine, devoted, or sacred. See also phrases containing holy and related words.

  4. Learn the definition of holy as an adjective related to a religion or a god, or very religious or pure. Find out how to say holy in different languages and idioms.

  5. Holy means of, relating to, or associated with God or a deity; sacred. It can also express surprise, bewilderment, or wonder. Learn more about its origin, usage, and related words.

  6. Learn the meaning, synonyms, pronunciation, and usage of the word 'holy' in British and American English. Find out how 'holy' can describe something sacred, pure, devout, or expressive of emotion.

  7. Something that is sacred can be described as holy, like the Holy Bible. So can anything associated with God, like a holy day that is observed by attending worship ceremonies. The adjective holy comes from the Old English word hālig and is related to the German word heilig, meaning “blessed.”.

  8. Learn the meaning, pronunciation and examples of the adjective holy, which can describe something connected with God or a religion, or something good in a moral and religious way. Also, see the informal expression holy cow and its origin.

  9. Learn the meaning, synonyms, and examples of the adjective holy, which refers to something that is sacred, divine, or pure. Compare holy with related terms such as sacred, hallowed, and unholy.