Meaning & use

synagogue

noun·Academic

A building used by Jewish people for religious worship and communal gatherings.

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The family attended services at the synagogue every Saturday morning.

The synagogue hosted a community dinner after the holiday prayers.

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A synagogue also often serves as a center for religious study, community events, and social gatherings beyond worship.

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