Meaning
The calling up of someone to the bimah for the reading of the Torah.
Etymology
Origin: Hebrew
From Hebrew עלייה / עֲלִיָּה (aliyá, “ascent”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
yeridayeridah
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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