1. A small round cap worn on the back of the head by Jewish men and boys, especially during prayer or religious observance.
Usage: Also called a yarmulke.; Plural: kippot or kippahs.

Examples

• He wore a blue kippah during the synagogue service.
• Many Jewish men keep a kippah in their pocket to wear when entering a place of worship.
• The rabbi adjusted his kippah as he began the blessing.
• Children at the Hebrew school were given kippot to wear during lessons.
• Wearing a kippah is a sign of respect in the Jewish faith.