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holly

Pronunciation: [ˈhɑːli]

Word

Context: "nature"

(noun) a type of plant that has shiny green leaves and bright red or orange berries. People often use it to decorate for Christmas.

Example

We decorated the house with holly and it looked beautiful for the holidays.

Example

There wasn't any holly in the garden this year, so we couldn't make festive decorations.

Example

Do you know where I can find holly for our Christmas decorations?

Context: "tradition"

(noun) a symbol often associated with Christmas and winter celebrations. It represents good luck and is used in decorations.

Example

Holly is a traditional symbol of Christmas and brings joy to the season.

Example

Not everyone likes holly for Christmas; some prefer other decorations.

Example

What other symbols do you think are as important as holly during Christmas?

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