daven

Or do·ven

[dah-vuhn]

verb (used with or without object)

Yiddish.

1. to pray.

daven

/ ˈdɑvən /

verb

1. to pray

2. to lead prayers

Word History and Origins

Origin of daven¹

from Yiddish

Example Sentences

On Saturday, rescue official Myrra Daven told AFP the approaching storm had forced the suspension of search and rescue activities in the province, home to nearly 70 percent of Kalmaegi's deaths.

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The government tally of 57 missing in the hard-hit province, meanwhile, would likely rise, Daven said.

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Daven Harmeling scored 20 points, including a three-pointer with 45 seconds left, as WSU snapped a seven-game losing streak in the series.

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They exalt, daven, salute the sun.

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His brother, Daven, made it to state as a senior at Sealth in 2009.

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