Definition

A special garment worn by Jewish men that has tassels on its corners, following a religious dress code.

Example

He wore his tzitzit proudly during the ceremony.

Conversation

Hey, I've been curious about your tzitzit. What do they symbolize?

They represent our commitment to following God's commandments.

That's really interesting! Do you wear them all the time?

Yeah, I do; it's a part of my daily routine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tzitzit originates from Hebrew "צִיצִית" (pronounced 'tzitzit'), meaning fringes or tassels. In Jewish tradition, tzitzit refers to the fringes worn on the corners of garments as a reminder of the commandments.

Memory Tip

Think of the Hebrew word for fringes ('tzitzit') to remember that tzitzit are the tassels worn on garments to remind one of their faith.

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