Like colanders, HOLEY is a five-letter word that refers to something having many holes. Colanders are kitchen utensils with many holes in them that are used for draining and straining food. They are usually made of metal or plastic and have a handle and two or more feet. The holes allow liquid to pass through while keeping the solid food inside. HOLEY can also be used to describe other objects with many holes, such as cheese, fabric, and even walls.