English Explanatory Dictionary

gabbai

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A custodian of a synagogue, who often performs assistant duties in services.
  2. A treasurer and/or manager of an organization.

Pronunciation

/ɡəˈbaɪ/ /ɡæˈbaɪ/

Word forms

gabbai gabbais

Etymology

Borrowed from Hebrew גַּבַּאי (gabái).

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