kiddush
/ˈkɪdɪʃ/
noun
- A Jewish ceremony of prayer and blessing over wine, performed on Shabbat (the Sabbath) and holidays to sanctify the day.
- Every Friday night, the family gathers for kiddush before the meal.
- She learned the kiddush blessings by heart for the holiday celebration.
- The rabbi recited the kiddush over a cup of wine at the synagogue.
- A light meal or reception held after a synagogue service, often including wine, cake, and snacks.
- They sponsored a kiddush in honor of their daughter's bat mitzvah.
- The congregation enjoyed a simple kiddush with challah and herring.
- After the morning service, everyone was invited to a kiddush in the social hall.