Balebos
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɑːləˈbʌs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Balebos is a noun meaning (Judaism) Master of the house, head of the household, host.
Meaning
(Judaism) Master of the house, head of the household, host.
More Meanings
- (Judaism) House owner, homeowner.
- (Judaism, by extension) Boss, person in charge (of anything).
- (Judaism) Important man, bourgeoisie.
- (Judaism) Layman, congregant, non-clergy.
Example Sentences
The rabbi, whom I met and then overheard at a kiddush after shul, was going over his sermon with some of the balebatim, […].
An annual custom that lasted for many years involved a celebration of the eight days of Chanukah for all of the balebatim. Every evening was hosted by a different balebos and there was a lavish feast.
Word Forms
- balebatim
- balabos
- balaboss
- baleboss
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include balabos, baal-ha-bos, baleboste, balebuste, balebosta, baleboosteh.
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