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holly

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/ˈhɒli/ · hol-ly

A type of plant with glossy, spiny leaves and red berries, often used in decorative arrangements.

Meanings

nounformal

A type of plant with glossy, spiny leaves and red berries, often used in decorative arrangements.

بیرونی سجاوٹ کے لئے استعمال ہونے والا ایک پودا جس کی چمکتی ہوئی، کانٹے دار پتے اور سرخ بیریاں ہوتی ہیں۔

ہولی

holi

Synonyms

evergreenshrubtreeہمہ سبزپودادرخت

Antonyms

wiltdrydecayپھولناخشک ہوناگلنا

Common Collocations

  • holly leaves
  • holly berries
  • holly wreath

Example Sentences

She decorated the room with holly for the holidays.

اس نے تعطیلات کے لئے کمرے کو ہولی سے سجایا۔

Us ne ta'tilat ke liye kamray ko holi se sajaya.

The holly tree is often seen in winter gardens.

ہولی کا درخت اکثر سردیوں کے باغات میں دیکھا جاتا ہے۔

Holi ka darakht aksar sardi ke bagaat mein dekha jata hai.

She made a beautiful wreath from holly branches.

اس نے ہولی کی شاخوں سے ایک خوبصورت مالا بنائی۔

Us ne holi ki shaakhon se aik khubsurat maala banai.

Easily Confused With

holy:While 'holly' refers to the plant, 'holy' pertains to something sacred or divine.

Word Family

hollyhock
nounہولی ہاک

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of holly during the holidays, as it's often used for decorations.

Imagine a festive wreath adorned with holly leaves and bright red berries.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Old English "holly" — the plant with prickly leaves and red berries

First known use: before 12th century

The word 'holly' has roots in Old English, referring to a type of shrub or tree known for its glossy, spiny leaves and bright red berries, often associated with Christmas and winter decorations.