noun
- Plural of kippa; small round caps worn on the back of the head, traditionally by Jewish men and boys, especially during prayer or religious observance.
Usage: Also called yarmulkes or skullcaps; Religious/cultural term
Examples
- The synagogue provided kippas for visitors who did not bring their own.
- Many Jewish men wear kippas during daily prayer.
- The children received decorated kippas as gifts for their bar mitzvah.
- Different styles of kippas reflect various Jewish traditions and communities.
- He kept several kippas in his drawer for religious occasions.