yushvo

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Definitions

  • n. The anniversary of a person's death, generally marked by relatives in some way.

Example Sentences

  • "Rav Avraham Aminov Tamudi writes that 'yushvo' custom can be beneficial for the soul of the deceased, if the meal is accompanied by Torah study and respectful behavior." (source)

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Languages of Origin

  • Bukharian

Who Uses This

  • Bukharian: Jews with ancestry in Central Asia, such as Uzbekistan and Tajikistan

Regions

  • North America

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