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Holmes

biographical name \ˈhōmz, ˈhōlmz\

Definition of HOLMES

Oliver Wendell 1809–1894 Am. physician & author
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Holmes

biographical name

Definition of HOLMES

Oliver Wendell 1841–1935 son of prec. Am. jurist

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4 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. Holmes
  2. Holmes-Adie syndrome
  3. Holmes light
  4. Sherlock Holmes
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