Question

What does the Old English word 'hallow' mean?

Answer 1

The Old English word "hallow" means "holy" or "sacred". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word halagaz, which means "holy place". The word is still used today in the phrase "All Hallows' Eve", which is another name for Halloween.

Answer 2

The Old English word "hallow" means "holy" or "sacred." It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "khailagaz" which also meant "holy." In modern usage, the word is most commonly associated with the holiday of Halloween, which is short for "All Hallows' Eve," or the evening before the Christian holiday of All Saints' Day.