Holey vs. Holy

Holeyadjective

having, or being full of, holes

Holey

having pores or holes.

Holeyadjective

allowing passage in and out;

Holyadjective

Dedicated to a religious purpose or a god.

Holyadjective

Revered in a religion.

Holyadjective

Perfect or flawless.

Holyadjective

Separated or set apart from (something unto something or someone else).

Holyadjective

Set apart or dedicated for a specific purpose, or for use by a single entity or person.

Holyadjective

(slang) Used as an intensifier in various interjections.

Holynoun

(archaic) A thing that is extremely holy; used almost exclusively in Holy of Holies.

Holyadjective

Set apart to the service or worship of God; hallowed; sacred; reserved from profane or common use; holy vessels; a holy priesthood.

Holyadjective

Spiritually whole or sound; of unimpaired innocence and virtue; free from sinful affections; pure in heart; godly; pious; irreproachable; guiltless; acceptable to God.

Holynoun

a sacred place of pilgrimage

Holyadjective

belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine power

Holyadjective

dedicated or consecrated to God or a religious purpose; sacred

Holyadjective

(of a person) devoted to the service of God

Holyadjective

morally and spiritually excellent

Holyadjective

used in exclamations of surprise or dismay