Shavuot

/ ʃəˈvuːəs; ʃavuːˈɔt; -əʊs /

noun

1. the Hebrew name for Pentecost

Word History and Origins

Origin of Shavuot¹

from Hebrew shābhū`ōth , plural of shābhūā` week

Example Sentences

There is an odd convergence of themes around the festival of Shavuot.

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In honor of the confluence of Memorial Day and Shavuot, Open Zion is taking the day off.

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She will celebrate Shavuot holiday in Israel and stay nine days total, during which she will travel and perform.

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