Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German holz wood, Greek klados twig
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of holt was
before the 12th century
Dictionary Entries Near holt
Cite this Entry
“Holt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/holt. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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Biographical Definition
Holt 1 of 2
biographical name (1)
Harold Edward 1908–1967 Australian politician; prime minister (1966–67)
Holt
2 of 2biographical name (2)
Luther Emmett 1855–1924 American pediatrician
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