bat mitzvah
noun
A bat mitzvah is a Jewish coming of age ceremony for a girl who has reached the age of 12 or 13, symbolizing her transition into adulthood and marking her acceptance of religious responsibilities.
Example
- Rachel is having her bat mitzvah next month, and her parents are preparing a big celebration.
- The bat mitzvah is a traditional Jewish ceremony that recognizes a young woman's passage into adulthood.
- At her bat mitzvah, Sarah will read from the Torah and lead the congregation in prayer, symbolizing her newfound responsibilities as a Jewish adult.