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holy of holies meaning and definition
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Definition of holy of holies (noun)
- (figurative) something regarded as sacred or inviolable
- "every politician fears to touch that holy of holies, the Social Security System"
- (Judaism) sanctuary comprised of the innermost chamber of the Tabernacle in the temple of Solomon where the Ark of the Covenant was kept
- synonyms: sanctum sanctorum
Source: Princeton University Wordnet