yarmelke

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yarmelke

A man wears a yarmelke while reading a book.

Definition

Noun: A small, brimless, close-fitting cap, typically made of cloth, worn by Jewish men and boys, especially during prayer and religious ceremonies, as a sign of reverence and respect for God.

Usage

The word "yarmelke" refers specifically to the head covering itself. It is used as a countable noun. * It is customary for a Jewish man to wear a yarmelke in a synagogue. * He placed his yarmelke on his head before reciting the blessing. * The bar mitzvah boy received a beautiful velvet yarmelke as a gift.

Advanced Usage
  • The wearing of a yarmelke (or ) is a widely recognized symbol of Jewish identity and faith, extending beyond prayer to daily wear for many observant Jewish men.
  • In some communities, the choice of material, color, or style of a yarmelke can signify affiliation with a particular Jewish tradition or movement.
Variants and Related Words
  • Kippah (noun): The more common Hebrew term for the same head covering. "Yarmelke" is a Yiddish word.
  • Skullcap (noun): A general English term for any close-fitting, brimless cap, which can include the yarmelke.
Synonyms
  • Skullcap
  • Kippah
Different Meanings

The word "yarmelke" has only one primary meaning as defined above. It does not have other distinct definitions in common usage.

Idioms / Phrases

There are no common English idioms or phrasal verbs that use the word "yarmelke."

yarmelke

A man wears a yarmelke while reading a book.

Noun
  1. a skullcap worn by religious Jews (especially at prayer)

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