Definition

A special boundary that allows Jewish people to carry items in public areas during the Sabbath, which would otherwise be restricted by religious laws.

Example

The community set up an eruv to make it easier for families to carry their belongings on the Sabbath.

Conversation

Have you seen the new eruv they set up in our neighborhood?

Yeah, it's nice to see that it's finally completed.

I think it will really help families during Shabbat.

Absolutely! It makes things so much easier for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eruv originates from the Hebrew word 'eruv' (ערוב), meaning a mixture or a combination. In Jewish law, it refers to an enclosure that allows the carrying of objects within a designated area on the Sabbath.

Memory Tip

Think of the Hebrew word for mixture or combination, 'eruv', which helps you remember that an eruv is an enclosure that combines areas for carrying on the Sabbath.

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