shochetim

/ˈʃoʊkɛtɪm/

Definitions

1. noun

A Jewish ritual in which the names of witnesses to a marriage are publicly called to attest to its validity.

“The shochetim were present at the wedding ceremony to verify the marriage.”

2. verb

To publicly call the names of witnesses to a marriage.

“The rabbi shochetim the names of the witnesses to the happy couple.”

Synonyms

  • public announcement
  • wedding call

Antonyms

  • private ceremony
  • secret marriage