אָפּהיטן

Yiddish

Etymology

From אָפּ־ (op-) +‎ היטן (hitn).

Verb

אָפּהיטן • (ophitn) (past participle אָפּגעהיט (opgehit))

1. to keep
2. to protect
3. to look after (take care of)
4. to observe (a holiday)

Usage notes

• The alternative past participle אָפּגעהיטן (opgehitn) is also used.