havdalah
/hɑvˈdɑlɑ/
noun
- A Jewish ceremony that marks the end of the Sabbath (Saturday) and the beginning of the new week, involving blessings over wine, spices, and a candle.
- She lit the braided havdalah candle and recited the blessing.
- During havdalah, we smell sweet spices to remember the sweetness of the Sabbath.
- The family gathered for havdalah as the sun went down on Saturday evening.