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MINYAN
minyan
(noun) the quorum required by Jewish law to be present for public worship (at least ten males over thirteen years of age)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
minyan (plural minyanim or minyans)
The minimum number of ten (male) adult Jews required for a communal religious service.
(by extension) A Jewish prayer service.
A member of the Minyan race of Greek mythology
Source: Wiktionary
Min*yan", n. (Jewish Relig.)
Definition: A quorum, or number necessary, for conducting public worship.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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