Holy Ghost

noun

: the third person of the Trinity : holy spirit

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Holy Ghost was before the 12th century

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“Holy Ghost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Holy%20Ghost. Accessed 9 Nov. 2024.

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