afikomen
|a-fi-ko-men|
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/ˌɑːfiˈkoʊmən/
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/ˌɑːfiˈkəʊmən/
hidden matzo piece
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afikomen' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'epikomon,' where 'epi-' meant 'after' and 'komon' meant 'banquet.'
Historical Evolution
'epikomon' transformed into the Hebrew word 'afikomen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'afikomen.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'dessert' or 'after-dinner entertainment,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a piece of matzo hidden during Passover.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a piece of matzo traditionally hidden during the Passover Seder, which children search for and redeem for a prize.
During the Seder, the children eagerly searched for the afikomen.
Last updated: 2025/05/24 20:21