n. any of small trees and shrubs of the holly family; with stiff; glossy; sharp-pointed leaves and clusters of bright-red berries the leaves and berries; used as Christmas ornaments
Sally decorated the room with holly branches.
Sally decorated the room with holly branches.
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What does it mean when the author says the ponies 'frolic' by the holly bush?
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Why was Liem collecting holly and smilax vines?
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Blue sea holly thrives in dry sandy sunny areas.
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Why did Damian walk to school in his socks, put holly in his shirt and sleep on the floor?
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2 syllables
Hol-ly
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