Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

erev

Noun
/ˈɛrɛv/
Definition
The term ‘erev’ refers to the evening or the period of time just before nightfall.
Examples
  • As the erev approached, families began gathering for the celebration.
  • The erev of Shabbat is a special time for reflection and preparation.
Meaning
Erev is commonly used in Hebrew to denote the time leading up to the night, often associated with the start of various Jewish observances.
Synonyms
  • Evening
  • Dusk
  • Twilight