noun
- plural of kiddush; Jewish ceremonial blessings recited over wine or bread to sanctify the Sabbath or holidays
Usage: religious
Examples
- The family attended multiple kiddushes at different synagogues during the holiday weekend.
- After the service, the congregation gathered for kiddushes in the social hall.
- She learned to recite the traditional kiddushes from her grandmother.
- The rabbi explained the significance of the various kiddushes throughout the Jewish calendar.
- They prepared wine and challah for the Friday evening kiddushes.