Menorah

Pronunciation: /məˈnɔːrə/

Definitions of menorah

noun a candelabrum used in Jewish worship, especially during Hanukkah, consisting of eight branches for candles and an additional branch for the shamash (servant) candle

Example Sentences

A1 The menorah is a traditional Jewish candelabrum.

A2 During Hanukkah, Jews light the menorah for eight nights.

B1 The menorah symbolizes the miracle of the oil lasting for eight days.

B2 The menorah is often displayed prominently in Jewish homes during Hanukkah.

C1 The menorah is an important symbol in Jewish culture, representing light and spirituality.

C2 The menorah has deep religious significance in Judaism and is a symbol of the Jewish faith.

Examples of menorah in a Sentence

formal The menorah is a traditional Jewish candelabrum with nine branches.

informal We lit the menorah during Hanukkah to celebrate the Festival of Lights.

slang Let's gather around the menorah and sing some Hanukkah songs!

figurative The menorah symbolizes hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Grammatical Forms of menorah

• plural: menorahs
• comparative: more menorah
• superlative: most menorah
• present tense: menorah
• future tense: will menorah
• perfect tense: have menorahed
• continuous tense: is menorahing
• singular: menorah
• positive degree: menorah
• infinitive: to menorah
• gerund: menorahing
• participle: menorahed

Origin and Evolution of menorah

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Hebrew

Story behind the word: The word 'menorah' originates from Hebrew.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a seven-branched candelabrum used in the ancient Temple in Jerusalem, the word 'menorah' has evolved to also refer to the nine-branched candelabrum used during Hanukkah in Jewish tradition.