Halidom
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhælɪdəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Halidom is a noun meaning (obsolete) Holiness; sanctity; sacred honour.
Meaning
(obsolete) Holiness; sanctity; sacred honour.
More Meanings
- (archaic) A sanctuary; lands held of a religious foundation.
- (archaic) Something regarded as sacred; a holy relic.
Example Sentences
[…] save for Wodan, who had a richly bedecked halidom nearby.
Now sure and by my hallidome ( quoth he ) / Ye a great master are in your degree
Now he's put the final seal on his Kingship, his halidom, by slaying a challenger in the Wood.
“By my halidom,” said he, “we have forgotten, Sir Prior, to name the fair Sovereign of Love and of Beauty, by whose white hand the palm is to be distributed.”
Word Forms
- halidoms
- halidome
- hallidome
- halidame
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include halidame, hallidome, holidam, holinesse, holynesse, holyness.
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