Holland is a region and former province on the western coast of the Netherlands. It's often used informally to refer to the entire country, though technically incorrect.
Historically, Holland was the most powerful region in the Dutch Republic, giving its name to the whole country in many languages.
The term "Holland" also refers to:
1. Holland cloth - a type of linen fabric
2. Holland gin - a type of Dutch gin
3. Several places in the United States and other countries named after the Dutch region