me·no·rah (m -nôr , -n r)n. Judaism 1. A nine-branched candelabrum used in celebration of Hanukkah. 2. often Menorah A ceremonial seven-branched candelabrum of the Jewish Temple symbolizing the seven days of the Creation. [Hebrew m nôrâ; see nwr in Semitic roots.] |
menorah [min-or-a]
Noun
Judaism a seven-branched candelabrum used as an emblem of Judaism [Hebrew: candlestick]
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| Noun | 1. |  Menorah - (Judaism) a candelabrum with seven branches used in ceremonies to symbolize the seven days of Creationcandelabra, candelabrum - branched candlestick; ornamental; has several lights Judaism - the monotheistic religion of the Jews having its spiritual and ethical principles embodied chiefly in the Torah and in the Talmud |
| 2. | menorah - (Judaism) a candelabrum with nine branches; used during the Hanukkah festival candelabra, candelabrum - branched candlestick; ornamental; has several lights Judaism - the monotheistic religion of the Jews having its spiritual and ethical principles embodied chiefly in the Torah and in the Talmud |
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