noun
- a candelabrum with seven or nine branches used in Jewish religious ceremonies
- specifically, a nine-branched candelabrum used during Hanukkah
Usage: also called Hanukkiah
Examples
- The family lit the menorah on the first night of Hanukkah.
- The ancient menorah had seven branches and was made of gold.
- She placed the menorah in the window for all to see.
- Each night of Hanukkah, they added another candle to the menorah.
- The synagogue displayed a beautiful brass menorah.
- The menorah is an important symbol in Jewish tradition.