1. plural of haftarah; selections from the Prophets read in synagogue after the Torah portion on Sabbaths and holidays
Usage: Jewish religious context; Hebrew origin; plural form; singular is haftarah

Examples

• The haftaroth are an important part of the Jewish liturgical tradition.
• Different haftaroth are assigned to each week of the year.
• The rabbi explained the meaning of the haftaroth to the congregation.
• Students preparing for their bar mitzvah must learn to chant the haftaroth.
• The haftaroth selections complement the Torah readings in the service.