Hollywood has 8 different meanings across 3 categories:
Noun · Adjective · Proper Noun
the film industry of the United States
"Many aspiring actors moved to Hollywood hoping to break into the prestigious American film industry."
a flashy vulgar tone or atmosphere believed to be characteristic of the American film industry
"some people in publishing think of theirs as a glamorous medium so they copy the glitter of Hollywood"
a district of Los Angeles long associated with the American film industry
"Visitors often flock to Hollywood, the famous district of Los Angeles long associated with the American film industry, to see the iconic walk-of-fame signs."
A waxing practice that removes all of the pubic hair, unlike a Brazilian which leaves a small strip behind.
"She decided to get a Hollywood instead of a Brazilian because she wanted her entire bikini line completely smooth without any remaining strips."
In plain English: Hollywood is the nickname for the area where most big American movies are made and filmed.
"The movie was filmed in Hollywood last summer."
Resembling or relating to the Hollywood movie industry.
"The glossy, high-budget production had a distinct hollywood sheen that set it apart from independent films."
In plain English: Hollywood describes something that is overly dramatic, fake, and designed to look perfect on camera rather than being real life.
"The Hollywood production team released their new blockbuster film yesterday."
An area in Los Angeles, known as the center of the American motion picture industry.
"During the golden age, many aspiring actors moved to Hollywood hoping to make it big in the film industry."
The neighborhood's name was created by combining "holly" and "wood," but it later took on new meanings through metonymy to represent both the film industry and decadence.