synagogue
UK: ˈsɪnəɡɒɡ | US: ˈsɪnəɡɑːɡ
n. a building where Jewish people gather for worship and religious study
n. an assembly or congregation of Jews for religious purposes
The word "synagogue" originates from Greek synagōgē, combining syn- (meaning "together") and agein (meaning "to lead"). It originally referred to a gathering or assembly, later specifically adopted into Late Latin and Old French to denote Jewish places of worship. The morpheme -gue serves as a noun-forming suffix. The term reflects the communal nature of Jewish worship, emphasizing collective spiritual guidance.
The local synagogue hosts weekly Shabbat services.
They donated funds to restore the historic synagogue.
The rabbi addressed the synagogue during the holiday.
Children attend Hebrew school at the synagogue.
The synagogue’s architecture blends modern and traditional designs.