Passover
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/ˈpæsˌoʊvər/
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/ˈpɑːsˌəʊvə/
Jewish liberation festival
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Passover' originates from the Hebrew word 'Pesach', which means 'to pass over' or 'to spare'.
Historical Evolution
'Pesach' was adopted into English as 'Passover', maintaining its original meaning related to the biblical event.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pass over' in the context of the biblical story, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a Jewish festival commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery, lasting seven or eight days from the 15th day of Nisan.
Passover is celebrated with a special meal called the Seder.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/22 10:22