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hollyTree or shrub of the genus Ilex, family Aquifoliaceae, generally with glossy, sharp-pointed leaves and red berries. American holly I. opaca of the eastern USA is used for Christmas decorations. Leaves of the Brazilian holly I. paraguayensis are used to make the tea yerba maté. |
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"Mount Holly," the beautiful old Gordon homestead, was a very gay place, overrun by Phil's friends of both sexes. "It isn't very pretty," said Rose, who was trimming the chimney-piece with glossy holly sprays. The cans of new milk were unladen in the rain, Tess getting a little shelter from a neighbouring holly tree. |
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