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    What is the derivation of the term "Holmes" as in "Whazzup Holmes?"

    Question #94365. Asked by dcb52. (Apr 06 08 2:22 PM)


    triviapaul

    		From 'homie' 'homeboy' etc.
    'Holmes' sounds more or less the same as 'homes'
    It's slang for 'buddy' 'friend' etc.

    http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=holmes



    Apr 06 08, 2:57 PM

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