[ah-LEE-khem]

Definitions

1. interjection

an expression used to convey a sense of sorrow or sympathy, especially in a Jewish context; goodbye, farewell

“She said ‘aleichem’ as she left her grandparents’ home, feeling a pang of sadness.”

2. noun

a farewell or a parting

“The family said their alichem, hoping to see each other soon.”

3. verb

to bid someone farewell or goodbye

“She would aleichem her parents as she boarded the train to go to college.”