noun
jewry
Jewry (noun) means Jewish people considered collectively.
noun
1
Jewish people considered collectively.
2
The quarter of a town or city inhabited either partially or exclusively by Jews; historically, its main buildings were the synagogue, the ritual bath or mikve, the kosher-oriented butchery and bakery, etc.
3
The land of the Jews; Judea.
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Etymology
From Middle English Jewery, from Old French juerie. By surface analysis, Jew + -ry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of jewry?
"jewry" (noun) means jewish people considered collectively.
What are the different meanings of jewry?
"jewry" has 3 main meanings: 1. Jewish people considered collectively; 2. The quarter of a town or city inhabited either partially or exclusively by Jews; historically, its main buildings were the synagogue, the ritual bath or mikve, the kosher-oriented butchery and bakery, etc; 3. The land of the Jews; Judea.