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Definition:
The word yarmulke comes from Yiddish, and, in turn from Polish and Ukrainian yarmulka.
It's ultimate origin may be the Turkish yamurluk, which means "rain clothing."
It refers to a skullcap worn by Jewish men and boys, especially those adhering to
Orthodox or Conservative Judaism.
Also Known As: kiphah
Alternate Spellings: none
Common Misspellings: none
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