kiddush

Meaning

• the blessing over wine that sanctifies the Sabbath or a festival
• refreshments or a reception after synagogue services

Alternate spellings

kidush

Usage and context

Context determines whether it means the ritual blessing itself or the communal food gathering commonly held after services.

Example in Yeshivish

There is a kiddush after services.

Plain-English example

There is a reception with refreshments after services.