hallȝhe

Middle English

Adjective

hallȝhe

  1. Alternative form of holy (sacred)
    • 1200, Orm, The Ormulum:
      Þu shallt tæronne findenn Off þatt tatt Cristess hallȝhe þed Birrþ trowwenn wel & follȝhenn.
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Usage notes

This particular spelling is unique to the Ormulum, reflecting the author's desire to standardize spelling with regards to the contemporary pronunciation.

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