berith

uncountable · proper noun

A proper noun referring to the Jewish rite of circumcision performed on a male child on the eighth day of his life.

• 🇷🇺Имя собственное, обозначающее еврейский обряд обрезания, совершаемый над младенцем мужского пола на восьмой день его жизни.

1. Jewish circumcision ceremony C1 formal

   The Jewish religious rite of circumcision performed on a male child on the eighth day after birth, symbolizing the covenant between God and the Jewish people.

   • The family celebrated the Berith with a special ceremony.
   • The mohel performed the Berith according to tradition.
   • Guests gathered for the Berith of the newborn son.

   🇷🇺Брит-мила

   Synonyms: bris