American holly

/əˌmɛrəkən ˌhɑli/
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Definitions of American holly
  1. noun
    an evergreen tree
    synonyms: Christmas holly
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    type of:
    holly
    any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges
    poisonous plant
    a plant that when touched or ingested in sufficient quantity can be harmful or fatal to an organism
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