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cheder

Pronunciation: /ˈxɛdə/

(also heder)
Definition of cheder

noun (plural chedarim /-ˈdɑːrɪm/, cheders)

  • a school for Jewish children in which Hebrew and religious knowledge are taught.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Hebrew ḥeḏer 'room'

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