holly

/ˈhɑli/
noun
  1. An evergreen shrub or tree with shiny, spiky leaves and red berries, often used as a Christmas decoration.
    • We hung a wreath of holly on the front door for the holidays.
    • The holly in our backyard has bright red berries every winter.
    • She decorated the table with sprigs of holly and pine cones.
  2. The leaves and berries of the holly plant, used as a festive symbol.
    • Holly is a traditional Christmas plant in many countries.
    • They placed fresh holly along the mantelpiece.
    • The card was printed with a pattern of holly and ivy.