holm
(noun)
hōlm
Definitions
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An islet, particularly in a river or near a mainland.
A tranquil whisper of land, cradled by the river's gentle embrace.Example: They stopped for a picnic on a small holm in the river.
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A piece of flat ground by a river, meadow, or low, flat island.
A serene canvas where earth meets water, kissed by the dance of grazers.Example: The cattle grazed peacefully on the holm near the water's edge.
Origin
Old Norse holmr, meaning 'island, islet'.
Synonyms
islet, island, eyot