Holme: meaning, definitions and examples

This term is mostly used in British English to refer to a small island or a piece of flat ground near a river that is sometimes submerged.

• The cattle grazed on the holme, safe from the flooding river
• During the dry season, visitors can walk to the holme without getting wet

This word refers to a small island, especially one found in a river or a lake, and is most often used in British English. It is an older term that is not commonly used in casual conversation.

• The family owned a holme in the middle of the river where they often went for picnics

Green refers to an area of grass, especially in the center of a village. It can be used to describe public parks or spaces where people can meet and enjoy outdoor activities.

• They held the annual village fair on the green

This term is used to describe a large area of grass or open land set aside for people to engage in sports and other recreational activities. It often includes facilities like playgrounds, courts, or fields.

• The local council upgraded the recreation ground to include new tennis courts and a children's play area

Common refers to a piece of land owned collectively by a community or available for public use. It is often open space in a town or city where people can gather, play, or relax.

• The children played soccer on the village common every afternoon