Holmes
WordNet
noun
(1) A fictitious detective in stories by A. Conan Doyle
(2) English geologist and supporter of the theory of continental drift (1890-1965)
(3) United States writer of humorous essays (1809-1894)
(4) United States jurist noted for his liberal opinions (1841-1935)
WiktionaryText
Proper noun
- , variant of Holme.
- a Scottish habitational surname from the place near Dundonald.
- Sherlock Holmes, fictional detective.