A frightening person, especially a misbehaving child.

(idiomatic, humorous or euphemistic) An expression of surprise.

plural of holy terror

(Christianity) The sacrament of ordination to the rank of minister or (in Catholicism and Orthodoxy) deacon, priest, or bishop.

Synonym of Holy Robe

Synonym of Holy Robe

(Christianity) The robe said to have been worn by Christ during or shortly before his crucifixion.

The Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. / (historical) The Inquisition.

(chiefly Eastern Orthodoxy) A person, often associated with gifts of prophecy and insight, who publicly acts as if mad or stupid, but whose madness is seen as concealing an inner sanctity for the purpose of self-humiliation.

Alternative spelling of Holy Writ