holm

noun

ˈhō(l)m

British

: a small inland or inshore island

also : bottoms

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The small mountains in the center of Portugal are covered in verdant holm and cork oaks, shaded by chestnuts and pines and crisscrossed with hiking trails. —

Ann Abel, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English, from Old Norse hōlmr; akin to Old English hyll hill

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of holm was before the 12th century

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“Holm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/holm. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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