Holed

The past tense and past participle of 'hole', meaning to make or be in a hole, or to become trapped, confined, or stuck in a limiting position or location. This can refer to physical holes, like a burrow in the ground, or figurative 'holes', such as being stuck in a difficult situation. It can also mean successfully completing a task, especially in golf.

Holed meaning with examples

• The rabbit, panicked by the approaching fox, quickly holed itself in its burrow, disappearing from sight just moments before the predator arrived. The small animal was safe and sound from any danger, a master of its craft.
• After losing his keys, he was forced to call a locksmith to remove the window and retrieve them, becoming holed up in the house unable to leave for his next appointment, causing him to arrive late. He felt frustrated.
• The struggling detective, after receiving a series of dead ends, holed up in his office, hoping to find some evidence within the cold case files that would solve the mystery. Days passed him by in his office.
• Despite the heavy rain and poor visibility, the determined golfer finally holed the final putt, securing his victory in the championship game. He celebrated his victory!
• She holed the last bite of the sandwich, the final piece of bread. She was no longer hungry, feeling content and full after having a lovely lunch.