character vs Holmes

character and Holmes both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
character	Yes	No	Yes	No
Holmes	Yes	No	No	No

character (noun)	Holmes (noun)
(genetics) an attribute (structural or functional) that is determined by a gene or group of genes	a fictitious detective in stories by A. Conan Doyle
the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions	English geologist and supporter of the theory of continental drift (1890-1965)
a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something	United States writer of humorous essays (1809-1894)
an actor's portrayal of someone in a play	United States jurist noted for his liberal opinions (1841-1935)
a written symbol that is used to represent speech
a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability
a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities)
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
good repute

character (verb)	Holmes (verb)
engrave or inscribe characters on