Vocabulary Entry

shamash

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noun

A shamash is a candleholder or light used in Jewish rituals, typically associated with the lighting of the Hanukkah menorah.

Example Sentences

"During Hanukkah, the shamash is used to light the other candles on the menorah."

"The shamash is often set higher than the other candles in the menorah."

"On the first night of Hanukkah, we lit the shamash before lighting the other candles."