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.