hanukah

/ˈhɑːnəkə/
noun
  1. An eight-day Jewish holiday celebrating the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem, also known as the Festival of Lights.
    • Children often receive gifts and play with dreidels during Hanukah.
    • Hanukah is a time for family gatherings and eating foods like latkes.
    • Every year, my family lights the menorah during Hanukah.
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