Definitions

1. noun

A small parchment or piece of paper containing the Shema and other prayers, traditionally attached to the doorpost of a Jewish home.

“The mezuzot in the hallway were dusty and in need of cleaning.”

2. noun

In general, a mezuzot is a decorative or symbolic object that represents a connection to one’s faith or heritage.

“The mezuzot on her grandmother’s wall was a cherished family heirloom.”