Purposely & intentionally discontinuing contact with a friend, or more appropriately a lover, in the interest of bettering the ghostee’s life or preserving their virtue. Usually in the case that they have feelings for you that you don’t or cannot reciprocate, therefore, saving them from future heartache.
“I told him I wasn’t interested in anything serious, but he asked me to move in with him after one hang out sesh. I know I don’t feel the same way, and I don’t want to hurt him, so I ended up Holy Ghosting on that hoe.”
this saying has its origins in the 70s love movement and was made really famous by Cheech & Chong in the 80s through their marijuanha films.
It does not mean OMG or awesome. It's a stand-alone phrase, usually preceding the phrase that will describe the object or situation that's freaking you out, blowing you away or leaving you at a loss for words.
It's present tense, denoting something that's actually happening and feels like it is beyond incredible.
Holy mother of pearl! Look at those tender young asses(on the beach);- cops in helicopter shadowing Cheech & Chong.