noun
- plural of gelt; money, especially coins or cash
- chocolate coins given as gifts during Hanukkah
Usage: informal; often used in Jewish contexts or colloquially
Usage: cultural; often wrapped in foil
Examples
- The children received gelts as Hanukkah gifts.
- He spent all his gelts on candy at the store.
- The chocolate gelts were wrapped in shiny gold foil.
- She counted her gelts before making a purchase.
- During Hanukkah, families exchange gelts and other presents.