Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bris
noun
brɪs
Definition
A Jewish ceremony for the circumcision of a male infant that takes place on the eighth day after birth.
Examples
- The bris was held at the family’s home with close friends and relatives.
- During the bris, a celebratory meal followed the ceremony to mark this important milestone.
Meaning
The bris is a significant ritual in Jewish tradition, symbolizing the covenant between God and the Jewish people.
Synonyms
- circumcision
- Jewish naming ceremony
