Holly

/'hɔli/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of tree or shrub: "holly" refers to any tree or shrub belonging to the genus Ilex, characterized by shiny, dark green, often prickly leaves and bright red berries.
    • The foliage or branches of such a plant: "holly" can also refer to the sprigs or branches of this plant, commonly used as a Christmas decoration.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The garden was bordered by tall holly bushes.
    • They decorated the mantelpiece with holly and ivy for the holidays.
Advanced Usage
  • "Holly and ivy": A traditional pairing of plants used in winter and Christmas decorations, symbolizing different themes.
    • The classic Christmas carol "The Holly and the Ivy" celebrates these plants.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hollywood (Proper noun): A district in Los Angeles famous as the center of the American film industry. (Note: This is a compound proper noun, not a direct variant of "holly").
  • Ilex (Noun): The scientific genus name for holly plants.
Synonyms
  • Ilex: The botanical genus name.
  • Evergreen: A general term for plants that retain green leaves throughout the year, which includes holly.
Related Phrases
  • Sea holly (Noun): A common name for plants in the genus , which are not true hollies but have spiny leaves and are sometimes used in similar decorative contexts.
    • The blue flowers of sea holly added texture to the floral arrangement.
Related Idioms
Noun
  1. United States rock star (1936-1959)
  2. any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges

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